Biology at Colby College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Colby College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Colby College graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all biology bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Maine
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Maine (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colby College | $43,597 | — | — | — |
| University of Southern Maine | $43,722 | $55,424 | $25,125 | 0.57 |
| University of New England | $34,910 | $47,930 | $27,000 | 0.77 |
| University of Maine | $34,029 | $46,674 | $26,000 | 0.76 |
| University of Maine at Farmington | $33,300 | — | $27,000 | 0.81 |
| Bates College | $30,613 | — | $12,850 | 0.42 |
| National Median | $32,316 | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Maine
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Maine schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Maine Portland | $10,920 | $43,722 | $25,125 |
| University of New England Biddeford | $42,550 | $34,910 | $27,000 |
| University of Maine Orono | $12,606 | $34,029 | $26,000 |
| University of Maine at Farmington Farmington | $10,989 | $33,300 | $27,000 |
| Bates College Lewiston | $63,478 | $30,613 | $12,850 |
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 Colby College, approximately 13% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.