Biology at Creighton University

Creighton's Biology program demonstrates an unusual trajectory: graduates start well below both state and national medians at $27,924, but earnings nearly double within four years to $52,421. That puts first-year earnings behind public universities like UNO ($35,831) and even below the state median. However, the 88% earnings growth suggests these graduates are successfully advancing into higher-paying positions, likely in healthcare or research fields that require additional credentialing or experience.

The debt burden of $26,959 is manageable relative to that strong four-year outcome, but parents should understand the front-loaded financial stress. That first year, with a debt-to-earnings ratio just under 1.0, means graduates will be living lean while pursuing whatever pathway drives that later earnings jump. The 40th percentile ranking within Nebraska is middling—Creighton's biology graduates aren't immediately outperforming peers at less expensive state schools, despite paying private university tuition.

This program makes sense primarily if your child has a clear plan for what comes after graduation—medical school, graduate programs, or specialized healthcare roles where Creighton's connections and advising justify the upfront investment. If they're uncertain about biology as a career path, starting at a more affordable Nebraska school might preserve both finances and options.