Biology, General
Bachelor's degree · Hood College · Frederick, MD
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,886Median earnings 4 years after
$54,473Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
21Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Biology, General at Hood College earn a median of $51,197. 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 53% of first-year earnings.
Biology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Maryland schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne | $37,244 | $26,000 |
| St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City | $36,331 | $20,714 |
| Salisbury University Salisbury | $35,876 | $21,410 |
| Towson University Towson | $34,988 | $19,000 |
| Loyola University Maryland Baltimore | $34,655 | $27,000 |
| Morgan State University Baltimore | $34,635 | $27,000 |
| Washington College Chestertown | $34,553 | $27,000 |
| McDaniel College Westminster | $33,241 | $21,375 |
| Frostburg State University Frostburg | $33,192 | $22,750 |
| University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore | $33,055 | $18,500 |
| Stevenson University Owings Mills | $32,983 | $27,000 |
| University of Maryland-College Park College Park | $30,325 | $18,000 |
| Bowie State University Bowie | $26,266 | $26,500 |
| Coppin State University Baltimore | $21,151 | $20,017 |
Other programs at Hood College
- Educational Administration and SupervisionPost-baccalaureate certificate
$93,577 - Biology, GeneralMaster's degree
$91,503 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$81,915 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$78,873 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$78,633 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasMaster's degree
$67,733 - Curriculum and InstructionMaster's degree
$66,094 - Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsMaster's degree
$56,107 - Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population BiologyMaster's degree
$50,172 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$47,694 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsBachelor's degree
$41,764 - Social WorkBachelor's degree
$32,805 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$23,358 - Communication and Media StudiesBachelor's degree
$20,422 - HistoryBachelor's degree
$39,642 - Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's degree
$44,411 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$50,126 - Non-Professional Legal StudiesBachelor's degree
$58,318 - Special Education and TeachingBachelor's degree
$47,940 - Educational Administration and SupervisionNon-credential program
$100,507
Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from Hood College make?
The median salary is $51,197 and $54,473 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.