Biology at Lawrence University
Appleton, WI · Bachelor's Degree · about 36 graduates a year
Lawrence University graduates in biology earn 33% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 32% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Lawrence 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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| 824 | Virginia Union University Richmond, VA | $40,032 | $36,453 | #838 | $32,986 |
| 825 | Livingstone College Salisbury, NC | $40,017 | $42,944 | #815 | — |
| 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 |
Other Majors at Lawrence University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economics | $71,338 | — | #257 of 368 |
| Political Science and Government | $50,021 | — | #519 of 565 |
| English Language and Literature | $47,954 | — | #314 of 576 |
| Psychology | $45,971 | — | #752 of 1027 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $44,313 | — | #137 of 423 |
| Music | $43,385 | — | #136 of 268 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Lawrence University biology graduates make?
Graduates earn $38,092 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Lawrence University rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, Lawrence University ranks #827 by median pay four years after graduation, and #830 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at Lawrence University worth it?
Its graduates earn 33% less than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $12,000.
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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.