Biology at Birmingham-Southern College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Alabama
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Alabama (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham-Southern College | $30,038* | — | $25,000 | — |
| Athens State University | $36,907* | — | $21,187 | 0.57 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville | $36,775* | $43,133 | $25,000 | 0.68 |
| Jacksonville State University | $33,236* | $40,744 | $22,000 | 0.66 |
| Auburn University at Montgomery | $31,385* | $41,273 | $31,000 | 0.99 |
| University of North Alabama | $30,593* | $36,124 | $21,250 | 0.69 |
| National Median | $32,316* | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Alabama
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Alabama schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens State University Athens | — | $36,907 | $21,187 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville | $11,770 | $36,775 | $25,000 |
| Jacksonville State University Jacksonville | $12,426 | $33,236 | $22,000 |
| Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery | $9,436 | $31,385 | $31,000 |
| University of North Alabama Florence | $11,990 | $30,593 | $21,250 |
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 Birmingham-Southern College, approximately 23% 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 14 similar programs in AL. Actual outcomes may vary.