Microbiological Sciences and Immunology

Bachelor's degree · Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University · Blacksburg, VA

CIP 26.05

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$67,253Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$24,817Median federal debt
25Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Microbiological Sciences and Immunology at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University earn a median of $67,253. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $62,582 four years after graduating (middle half: $44,047–$83,205). Median debt is $24,817, about 37% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Microbiological Sciences and Immunology graduates from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University make?

The median salary is $67,253.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,817.

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