Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology

Master's degree · Harvard University · Cambridge, MA

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$142,377Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$168,833Median earnings 4 years after
$208,695Median earnings 5 years after
$63,553Median federal debt
127Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology at Harvard University earn a median of $142,377 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,527 four years after graduating (middle half: $62,410–$110,761). Median debt is $63,553, about 45% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology (Master's degree) at other Massachusetts schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Boston University
Boston
$70,479$59,608
Tufts University
Medford
$55,795$62,600
Northeastern University
Boston
$39,255—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology graduates from Harvard University make?

The median salary is $142,377 one year after graduation and $208,695 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $63,553.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.