Biology at Ashford University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (75 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford University | $33,486* | — | — | — |
| University of San Diego | $54,223* | $53,473 | $25,000 | 0.46 |
| California State University-East Bay | $44,370* | $57,742 | $21,500 | 0.48 |
| Dominican University of California | $39,548* | — | $27,000 | 0.68 |
| California State University-San Marcos | $38,527* | $57,860 | $24,174 | 0.63 |
| University of San Francisco | $38,423* | $57,265 | $23,250 | 0.61 |
| National Median | $32,316* | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Diego San Diego | $56,444 | $54,223 | $25,000 |
| California State University-East Bay Hayward | $7,055 | $44,370 | $21,500 |
| Dominican University of California San Rafael | $50,666 | $39,548 | $27,000 |
| California State University-San Marcos San Marcos | $7,739 | $38,527 | $24,174 |
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $58,222 | $38,423 | $23,250 |
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 Ashford University, approximately 31% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 47 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.