Plant Sciences

Bachelor's degree · Ohio State University-Main Campus · Columbus, OH

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$42,712Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$56,812Median earnings 4 years after

$53,324Median earnings 5 years after

$18,281Median federal debt

27Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Plant Sciences at Ohio State University-Main Campus earn a median of $42,712 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 $18,281, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Plant Sciences graduates from Ohio State University-Main Campus make?

The median salary is $42,712 one year after graduation and $53,324 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,281.

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