Plant Sciences

Bachelor's degree · Montana State University · Bozeman, MT

CIP 01.11

$33,311Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$45,392Median earnings 4 years after

$46,106Median earnings 5 years after

$20,500Median federal debt

16Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Plant Sciences at Montana State University earn a median of $33,311 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $56,567 four years after graduating (middle half: $41,837–$73,901). Median debt is $20,500, about 62% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Plant Sciences graduates from Montana State University make?

The median salary is $33,311 one year after graduation and $46,106 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.

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