Biotechnology at Brown University
Providence, RI · Master's Degree · about 28 graduates a year
Brown University graduates in biotechnology earn 41% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating.
How Brown University Compares for Biotechnology
All 15 colleges reporting biotechnology earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harvard University Cambridge, MA | $155,219 | $136,687 | #2 | — |
| 2 | Brown University Providence, RI | $151,944 | $149,649 | #1 | $83,470 |
| 3 | Georgetown University Washington, DC | $126,361 | $110,725 | #4 | $76,201 |
| 4 | Northeastern University Boston, MA | $125,179 | $110,233 | #5 | $90,091 |
| 5 | Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston, MA | $125,179 | $110,233 | #6 | $90,091 |
| 6 | Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD | $123,994 | $108,819 | #7 | $86,279 |
| 7 | North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh, NC | $117,649 | $126,254 | #3 | $86,906 |
| 8 | University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, MD | $113,231 | $99,373 | #10 | $89,105 |
| 9 | California State University-Channel Islands Camarillo, CA | $110,845 | $100,862 | #9 | $88,886 |
| 10 | Temple University Philadelphia, PA | $99,847 | $101,545 | #8 | — |
Other Majors at Brown University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | $208,655 | $135,411 | #5 of 48 |
| Science, Technology and Society | — | $166,469 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | $95,551 | $75,539 | #29 of 453 |
| Public Health | $87,924 | $70,405 | #64 of 201 |
| Public Policy Analysis | $87,139 | $61,564 | #29 of 50 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $68,338 | $54,632 | #77 of 285 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $37,270 | — | #39 of 41 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Brown University biotechnology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $83,470 one year after graduating and $151,944 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Brown University rank for biotechnology?
Among 15 colleges reporting earnings for biotechnology graduates, Brown University ranks #2 by median pay four years after graduation, and #1 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biotechnology at Brown University worth it?
Its graduates earn 41% more than the national median for biotechnology ($107,682).
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.