Biology at Alfred University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (92 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfred University | — | $51,664 | $27,000 | — |
| Barnard College | $47,329 | — | $16,635 | 0.35 |
| Hamilton College | $43,639 | — | $17,000 | 0.39 |
| The College of Saint Rose | $41,068 | $53,389 | $27,000 | 0.66 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $40,935 | $62,588 | $19,892 | 0.49 |
| CUNY Medgar Evers College | $39,810 | $49,396 | $13,980 | 0.35 |
| National Median | $32,316 | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnard College New York | $66,246 | $47,329 | $16,635 |
| Hamilton College Clinton | $65,740 | $43,639 | $17,000 |
| The College of Saint Rose Albany | $37,452 | $41,068 | $27,000 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $40,935 | $19,892 |
| CUNY Medgar Evers College Brooklyn | $7,352 | $39,810 | $13,980 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Alfred University, approximately 39% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.