Biology at Bethune-Cookman University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (38 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethune-Cookman University | $27,034* | $33,897 | $25,339* | — |
| St Petersburg College | $37,741* | — | $40,916* | 1.08 |
| Miami Dade College | $34,568* | — | $13,750* | 0.40 |
| Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale | $34,287* | — | $39,000* | 1.14 |
| Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University | $34,012* | $42,723 | $28,125* | 0.83 |
| The University of Tampa | $32,909* | — | $26,000* | 0.79 |
| National Median | $32,316* | — | $25,000* | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Petersburg College St. Petersburg | $2,682 | $37,741 | $40,916 |
| Miami Dade College Miami | $2,838 | $34,568 | $13,750 |
| Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale | $24,136 | $34,287 | $39,000 |
| Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee | $5,785 | $34,012 | $28,125 |
| The University of Tampa Tampa | $33,424 | $32,909 | $26,000 |
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 Bethune-Cookman University, approximately 77% 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 25 similar programs in FL. Actual outcomes may vary.