Biology at George Mason University
Fairfax, VA · Bachelor's Degree · about 285 graduates a year
George Mason University graduates in biology earn 12% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 30% of one year’s pay at that point.
How George Mason 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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| 209 | Ohio State University-Marion Campus Marion, OH | $64,324 | $68,643 | #101 | $32,356 |
| 210 | Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH | $64,324 | $68,643 | #102 | $32,356 |
| 211 | CUNY Queens College Queens, NY | $64,303 | $61,203 | #298 | $31,777 |
| 212 | George Mason University Fairfax, VA | $64,301 | $58,552 | #414 | $34,719 |
| 213 | East Carolina University Greenville, NC | $64,205 | $68,901 | #99 | $38,992 |
| 214 | Saint Michael's College Colchester, VT | $64,203 | $65,942 | #166 | $36,327 |
| 215 | Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA | $64,110 | $67,436 | #125 | $43,311 |
Other Biology Credentials at George Mason University
| Credential | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $53,381 | — | — |
| Graduate/Professional Certificate | $19,849 | — | $41,000 |
Other Majors at George Mason University by Graduate Pay
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do George Mason University biology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $34,719 one year after graduating and $64,301 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does George Mason University rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, George Mason University ranks #212 by median pay four years after graduation, and #414 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at George Mason University worth it?
Its graduates earn 12% more than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $19,125.
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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.