Biology at Bennington College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Vermont
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Vermont (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bennington College | $36,409* | — | $26,495* | — |
| Vermont State University | $39,471* | — | —* | — |
| University of Vermont | $36,491* | $58,369 | $23,917* | 0.66 |
| Saint Michael's College | $36,327* | $51,536 | $27,000* | 0.74 |
| Middlebury College | $34,891* | — | $13,648* | 0.39 |
| National Median | $32,316* | — | $25,000* | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Vermont
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Vermont schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont State University Randolph | $11,400 | $39,471 | — |
| University of Vermont Burlington | $18,890 | $36,491 | $23,917 |
| Saint Michael's College Colchester | $50,040 | $36,327 | $27,000 |
| Middlebury College Middlebury | $65,280 | $34,891 | $13,648 |
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 Bennington College, approximately 21% 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 4 similar programs in VT. Actual outcomes may vary.