Biology, General
Doctoral degree · Massachusetts Institute of Technology · Cambridge, MA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$189,144Median earnings 4 years after
$115,925Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
32Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Biology, General at Massachusetts Institute of Technology earn a median of $63,854. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $92,983 four years after graduating (middle half: $66,390–$139,917).
Biology, General (Doctoral degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School Worcester | $78,055 | — |
| Harvard University Cambridge | $74,161 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from Massachusetts Institute of Technology make?
The median salary is $63,854 and $115,925 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.