Biological and Physical Sciences

Associate's degree · Laurel Ridge Community College · Middletown, VA

CIP 30.01

$37,850Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,653Median earnings 4 years after
$50,568Median earnings 5 years after
$7,101Median federal debt
133Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Biological and Physical Sciences at Laurel Ridge Community College earn a median of $37,850 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $50,181 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,493–$73,808). Median debt is $7,101, about 19% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Biological and Physical Sciences (Associate's degree) at other Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk
$30,605$9,259
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke
$27,786$6,000
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Hampton
$25,468$9,250
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond
$23,059$10,225
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale
$21,923$9,875

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Biological and Physical Sciences graduates from Laurel Ridge Community College make?

The median salary is $37,850 one year after graduation and $50,568 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $7,101.

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