Biology, General

Associate's degree · Northampton County Area Community College · Bethlehem, PA

CIP 26.01

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$47,519Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$12,000Median federal debt

21Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Biology, General at Northampton County Area Community College earn a median of $47,519. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $44,758 four years after graduating (middle half: $27,517–$65,127). Median debt is $12,000, about 25% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Biology, General graduates from Northampton County Area Community College make?

The median salary is $47,519.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,000.

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