Biology at Azusa Pacific 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 California
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (75 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azusa Pacific University | — | $43,377 | $27,000 | — |
| 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 Azusa Pacific University, approximately 35% 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.