Biology at Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce
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 Puerto Rico
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Puerto Rico (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce | — | $19,207 | $8,250 | — |
| University of Puerto Rico-Humacao | $22,686 | $24,127 | — | — |
| University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon | $22,338 | — | $5,500 | 0.25 |
| University of Puerto Rico at Cayey | $17,638 | $36,318 | $5,500 | 0.31 |
| Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo | $17,632 | $24,269 | $18,500 | 1.05 |
| Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce | $17,632 | $24,269 | $18,500 | 1.05 |
| National Median | $32,316 | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Puerto Rico
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Puerto Rico schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Puerto Rico-Humacao Humacao | $5,364 | $22,686 | — |
| University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon Bayamon | $6,284 | $22,338 | $5,500 |
| University of Puerto Rico at Cayey Cayey | $5,354 | $17,638 | $5,500 |
| Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Arecibo | $6,238 | $17,632 | $18,500 |
| Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce Ponce | $6,340 | $17,632 | $18,500 |
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 Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce, approximately 82% 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.