Biology, General
Bachelor's degree · Arkansas State University · Jonesboro, AR
$25,730Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$54,441Median earnings 4 years after
$59,828Median earnings 5 years after
$21,500Median federal debt
62Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Biology, General at Arkansas State University earn a median of $25,730 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 $21,500, about 84% of first-year earnings.
Biology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Arkansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Central Arkansas Conway | $32,390 | $20,756 |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock | $32,096 | $22,349 |
| Arkansas Tech University Russellville | $29,596 | $16,780 |
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $28,061 | $21,874 |
| University of the Ozarks Clarksville | $27,992 | $19,750 |
| University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Pine Bluff | $26,612 | $20,349 |
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith | $26,541 | $19,462 |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia | $26,044 | $20,375 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from Arkansas State University make?
The median salary is $25,730 one year after graduation and $59,828 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.