Biology, General

Doctoral degree · Ohio State University-Main Campus · Columbus, OH

CIP 26.01

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$75,461Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

27Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Biology, General at Ohio State University-Main Campus earn a median of $75,461. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $92,983 four years after graduating (middle half: $66,390–$139,917).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Biology, General graduates from Ohio State University-Main Campus make?

The median salary is $75,461.

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