Median Earnings (1yr)
$50,611
5th percentile
Sample Size
19
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Auburn University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Auburn University graduates earn $51k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all plant sciences masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Alabama

Plant Sciences masters's programs at peer institutions in Alabama (2 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Auburn University$50,611
National Median$54,601

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 Auburn University, approximately 12% 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.