Biology, General
Bachelor's degree · The University of Alabama · Tuscaloosa, AL
$29,848Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$59,637Median earnings 4 years after
$61,478Median earnings 5 years after
$23,905Median federal debt
230Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Biology, General at The University of Alabama earn a median of $29,848 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $57,214 four years after graduating (middle half: $38,929–$79,199). Median debt is $23,905, about 80% of first-year earnings.
Biology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Alabama schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Athens State University Athens | $36,907 | — |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville | $36,775 | $19,736 |
| Jacksonville State University Jacksonville | $33,236 | $20,896 |
| Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery | $31,385 | $26,500 |
| University of North Alabama Florence | $30,593 | $20,205 |
| Alabama State University Montgomery | $30,174 | $31,000 |
| Troy University Troy | $30,057 | $23,875 |
| University of West Alabama Livingston | $30,019 | $27,000 |
| Alabama A & M University Normal | $29,098 | $27,011 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham | $28,127 | $21,250 |
| University of South Alabama Mobile | $25,950 | $26,000 |
| Auburn University Auburn | $22,132 | $23,250 |
| Tuskegee University Tuskegee | $14,102 | $30,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from The University of Alabama make?
The median salary is $29,848 one year after graduation and $61,478 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,905.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.