Biology, General
Bachelor's degree · Central College · Pella, IA
$26,933Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$59,597Median earnings 4 years after
$62,537Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
31Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Biology, General at Central College earn a median of $26,933 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 $27,000, about 100% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Biology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Iowa schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Iowa University Fayette | $43,311 | — |
| Grand View University Des Moines | $43,237 | $23,250 |
| Drake University Des Moines | $41,226 | $25,000 |
| Coe College Cedar Rapids | $41,112 | $27,000 |
| Grinnell College Grinnell | $37,170 | $17,500 |
| William Penn University Oskaloosa | $36,449 | $25,770 |
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $36,286 | $20,720 |
| University of Iowa Iowa City | $34,813 | $22,875 |
| Wartburg College Waverly | $34,398 | $27,000 |
| Morningside University Sioux City | $32,620 | $26,478 |
| Iowa State University Ames | $32,528 | $22,375 |
| Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids | $32,264 | $26,000 |
| University of Dubuque Dubuque | $31,779 | $27,000 |
| Saint Ambrose University Davenport | $30,825 | $27,000 |
| Buena Vista University Storm Lake | $30,682 | $26,918 |
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$51,466
Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from Central College make?
The median salary is $26,933 one year after graduation and $62,537 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.