Biology, General
Master's degree · The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley · Edinburg, TX
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$61,507Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$17,000Median federal debt
43Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Biology, General at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley earn a median of $61,507. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $69,830 four years after graduating (middle half: $50,928–$96,355). Median debt is $17,000, about 28% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Biology, General (Master's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| East Texas A&M University Commerce | $59,399 | $25,561 |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $49,907 | — |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston | $47,276 | $31,500 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $46,102 | $32,464 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $42,886 | $29,393 |
| University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio | $27,028 | $57,000 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center Fort Worth | $17,723 | $20,500 |
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$57,672 - Student Counseling and Personnel ServicesMaster's degree
$57,345 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsMaster's degree
$56,699
Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley make?
The median salary is $61,507.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.