Biological and Physical Sciences

Associate's degree · Virginia Peninsula Community College · Hampton, VA

CIP 30.01

$25,468Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$46,269Median earnings 4 years after
$42,149Median earnings 5 years after
$9,250Median federal debt
97Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Biological and Physical Sciences at Virginia Peninsula Community College earn a median of $25,468 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 $9,250, about 36% 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
Laurel Ridge Community College
Middletown
$37,850$7,101
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk
$30,605$9,259
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke
$27,786$6,000
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 Virginia Peninsula Community College make?

The median salary is $25,468 one year after graduation and $42,149 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,250.

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