Biology, General
Bachelor's degree · Columbus State University · Columbus, GA
$28,947Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,819Median earnings 4 years after
$41,476Median earnings 5 years after
$27,275Median federal debt
59Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Biology, General at Columbus State University earn a median of $28,947 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 $27,275, about 94% of first-year earnings.
Biology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Georgia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Georgia State University Macon | $35,281 | $22,000 |
| Georgia College & State University Milledgeville | $32,550 | $22,825 |
| Clayton State University Morrow | $31,665 | $25,500 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $31,530 | $24,968 |
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $31,007 | $21,000 |
| Dalton State College Dalton | $30,839 | $8,454 |
| Albany State University Albany | $30,588 | $28,408 |
| Gordon State College Barnesville | $29,542 | — |
| Augusta University Augusta | $28,978 | $22,625 |
| Valdosta State University Valdosta | $28,628 | $25,441 |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $28,550 | $25,250 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $27,638 | $19,500 |
| Oglethorpe University Atlanta | $27,337 | $27,000 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $27,195 | $23,250 |
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $26,647 | $24,000 |
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$40,616
Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from Columbus State University make?
The median salary is $28,947 one year after graduation and $41,476 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,275.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.