Biology, General
Bachelor's degree · University of Massachusetts-Amherst · Amherst, MA
$40,427Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$72,726Median earnings 4 years after
$68,103Median earnings 5 years after
$24,250Median federal debt
371Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Biology, General at University of Massachusetts-Amherst earn a median of $40,427 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 $24,250, about 60% of first-year earnings.
Biology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester | $51,711 | $26,950 |
| Curry College Milton | $46,736 | $27,000 |
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell | $46,526 | $22,750 |
| Stonehill College Easton | $46,088 | $27,000 |
| Salem State University Salem | $45,670 | $26,500 |
| Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston | $45,494 | $24,802 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $45,494 | $24,802 |
| Emmanuel College Boston | $45,275 | $27,000 |
| Bridgewater State University Bridgewater | $44,626 | $23,250 |
| Worcester State University Worcester | $44,450 | $21,043 |
| Regis College Weston | $43,589 | $27,000 |
| College of the Holy Cross Worcester | $43,276 | $27,000 |
| Suffolk University Boston | $42,852 | $27,000 |
| Westfield State University Westfield | $42,776 | $24,500 |
| University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston | $42,721 | $21,127 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst make?
The median salary is $40,427 one year after graduation and $68,103 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.