Biology, General
Bachelor's degree · Missouri State University-Springfield · Springfield, MO
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Biology, General at Missouri State University-Springfield earn a median of $34,717 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 $21,550, about 62% of first-year earnings.
Biology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Missouri schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph | $40,936 | $24,935 |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City | $40,483 | $20,500 |
| Northwest Missouri State University Maryville | $37,983 | $26,000 |
| Columbia College Columbia | $37,976 | $16,875 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $36,732 | $21,599 |
| Lincoln University Jefferson City | $35,467 | $25,000 |
| Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies Fayette | $35,416 | $23,250 |
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette | $35,416 | $23,250 |
| Saint Louis University Saint Louis | $34,620 | $23,500 |
| University of Central Missouri Warrensburg | $34,102 | $21,371 |
| Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla | $33,761 | $23,250 |
| Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies Springfield | $33,699 | $23,424 |
| Drury University Springfield | $33,699 | $23,424 |
| Webster University Saint Louis | $32,757 | $20,500 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $32,400 | $21,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from Missouri State University-Springfield make?
The median salary is $34,717 one year after graduation and $50,534 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,550.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.