Biology, General
Bachelor's degree · Seattle University · Seattle, WA
$37,063Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,242Median earnings 4 years after
$62,523Median earnings 5 years after
$22,417Median federal debt
39Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Biology, General at Seattle University earn a median of $37,063 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $57,214 four years after graduating (middle half: $38,929–$79,199). Median debt is $22,417, about 60% of first-year earnings.
Biology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma | $38,716 | $13,809 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell | $38,716 | $13,809 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $38,716 | $13,809 |
| Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma | $36,766 | $22,500 |
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $36,401 | $21,166 |
| Washington State University Pullman | $36,290 | $18,647 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $33,871 | $16,950 |
| Eastern Washington University Cheney | $33,793 | $17,817 |
| Saint Martin's University Lacey | $32,034 | $22,500 |
| Gonzaga University Spokane | $30,819 | $26,000 |
| University of Puget Sound Tacoma | $30,191 | $24,309 |
| Whitworth University Spokane | $29,599 | $20,735 |
| Whitman College Walla Walla | $28,538 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Biology, General graduates from Seattle University make?
The median salary is $37,063 one year after graduation and $62,523 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,417.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.