Biological and Physical Sciences
Bachelor's degree · Western Washington University · Bellingham, WA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$19,993Median federal debt
16Graduates per year
How this program compares
Earnings for this program are not published because too few graduates were matched to federal records. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $58,891 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,986–$81,781).
Biological and Physical Sciences (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Washington State University Pullman | $46,288 | $18,853 |
| Whitworth University Spokane | $34,703 | $25,000 |
| The Evergreen State College Olympia | $27,555 | $20,982 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,993.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.