Biology at Fairmont State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in West Virginia
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in West Virginia (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmont State University | $26,390* | — | — | — |
| Shepherd University | $49,165* | — | $21,937 | 0.45 |
| West Liberty University | $29,559* | — | $22,500 | 0.76 |
| University of Charleston | $29,188* | — | $24,125 | 0.83 |
| Concord University | $26,390* | $36,711 | $23,236 | 0.88 |
| West Virginia University Institute of Technology | $25,086* | $40,544 | $23,090 | 0.92 |
| National Median | $32,316* | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in West Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across West Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd University Shepherdstown | $8,642 | $49,165 | $21,937 |
| West Liberty University West Liberty | $8,732 | $29,559 | $22,500 |
| University of Charleston Charleston | $32,842 | $29,188 | $24,125 |
| Concord University Athens | $9,700 | $26,390 | $23,236 |
| West Virginia University Institute of Technology Beckley | $8,064 | $25,086 | $23,090 |
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 Fairmont State University, approximately 33% 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 7 similar programs in WV. Actual outcomes may vary.