Biology at South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC · Bachelor's Degree · about 22 graduates a year
South Carolina State University graduates in biology earn 34% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 80% of one year’s pay at that point.
How South Carolina State University Compares for Biology
All 841 colleges reporting biology 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 | Carlow University Pittsburgh, PA | $134,677 | $136,968 | #1 | $36,211 |
| 2 | Providence College Providence, RI | $93,757 | $92,341 | #6 | $39,616 |
| 3 | Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ | $93,200 | $81,800 | #17 | $27,759 |
| 4 | College of the Holy Cross Worcester, MA | $92,914 | $81,821 | #16 | $43,276 |
| 5 | University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI | $91,888 | $96,885 | #2 | $19,882 |
| 6 | Yeshiva University New York, NY | $90,456 | $86,095 | #9 | $21,104 |
| 7 | Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH | $90,431 | $96,503 | #3 | $38,548 |
| 8 | Marquette University Milwaukee, WI | $88,921 | $92,527 | #5 | $28,555 |
| 9 | Union College Schenectady, NY | $87,208 | $83,004 | #14 | — |
| 10 | Dartmouth College Hanover, NH | $87,026 | $80,160 | #19 | $36,525 |
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| 826 | Lynn University Boca Raton, FL | $38,783 | $41,280 | #822 | — |
| 827 | Lawrence University Appleton, WI | $38,092 | $39,637 | #830 | — |
| 828 | Jackson State University Jackson, MS | $38,027 | $46,139 | #788 | $25,354 |
| 829 | South Carolina State University Orangeburg, SC | $37,940 | $42,070 | #821 | $25,938 |
| 830 | The University of Montana Missoula, MT | $37,771 | $41,259 | #823 | $43,914 |
| 831 | Texas College Tyler, TX | $37,296 | $37,919 | #835 | — |
| 832 | Dillard University New Orleans, LA | $37,061 | $42,901 | #816 | $23,999 |
Other Majors at South Carolina State University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | $66,821 | $30,082 | #400 of 459 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | $63,129 | — | #59 of 61 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $48,108 | $25,518 | #1119 of 1176 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $45,061 | $32,576 | #608 of 660 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $41,075 | $30,676 | #332 of 345 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | $40,050 | $29,618 | #41 of 49 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $33,586 | — | #655 of 660 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do South Carolina State University biology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $25,938 one year after graduating and $37,940 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does South Carolina State University rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, South Carolina State University ranks #829 by median pay four years after graduation, and #821 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at South Carolina State University worth it?
Its graduates earn 34% less than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $30,450.
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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.