Neurobiology and Neurosciences at Amherst College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Amherst College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Amherst College graduates earn $38k, placing them in the 78th percentile of all neurobiology and neurosciences bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Neurobiology and Neurosciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst College | $38,387 | — | — | — |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | $48,125 | — | — | — |
| Harvard University | $46,993 | — | — | — |
| Wellesley College | $44,687 | — | $8,300 | 0.19 |
| Northeastern University | $43,894 | $59,073 | $25,000 | 0.57 |
| Wheaton College (Massachusetts) | $39,842 | $52,713 | $27,000 | 0.68 |
| National Median | $31,687 | — | $22,936 | 0.72 |
Other Neurobiology and Neurosciences Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge | $60,156 | $48,125 | — |
| Harvard University Cambridge | $59,076 | $46,993 | — |
| Wellesley College Wellesley | $64,320 | $44,687 | $8,300 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $63,141 | $43,894 | $25,000 |
| Wheaton College (Massachusetts) Norton | $62,080 | $39,842 | $27,000 |
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 Amherst College, approximately 22% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 22 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.