Biology, General
Bachelor's degree · Eastern Kentucky University · Richmond, KY
$25,672Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$48,327Median earnings 4 years after
$58,047Median earnings 5 years after
$23,327Median federal debt
87Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Biology, General at Eastern Kentucky University earn a median of $25,672 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 $23,327, about 91% of first-year earnings.
Biology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Kentucky schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $38,970 | $20,852 |
| University of Kentucky Lexington | $31,360 | $22,250 |
| Western Kentucky University Bowling Green | $29,945 | $20,822 |
| Bellarmine University Louisville | $29,253 | $27,000 |
| University of Pikeville Pikeville | $28,699 | $20,191 |
| University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg | $27,786 | $17,500 |
| University of Louisville Louisville | $27,123 | $19,500 |
| Berea College Berea | $26,744 | — |
| Murray State University Murray | $25,914 | $24,033 |
| Thomas More University Crestview Hills | $23,426 | $23,596 |
| Morehead State University Morehead | $22,572 | $18,788 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from Eastern Kentucky University make?
The median salary is $25,672 one year after graduation and $58,047 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,327.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.