Biology at Lewis-Clark State College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Idaho
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Idaho (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis-Clark State College | — | $36,654 | — | — |
| University of Idaho | $39,368 | $42,589 | $21,250 | 0.54 |
| Boise State University | $36,288 | $42,767 | $22,988 | 0.63 |
| Northwest Nazarene University | $33,875 | — | $24,406 | 0.72 |
| The College of Idaho | $29,460 | — | $24,000 | 0.81 |
| Idaho State University | $27,866 | $49,900 | $23,000 | 0.83 |
| National Median | $32,316 | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Idaho
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Idaho schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Idaho Moscow | $8,816 | $39,368 | $21,250 |
| Boise State University Boise | $8,782 | $36,288 | $22,988 |
| Northwest Nazarene University Nampa | $39,370 | $33,875 | $24,406 |
| The College of Idaho Caldwell | $36,030 | $29,460 | $24,000 |
| Idaho State University Pocatello | $8,356 | $27,866 | $23,000 |
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 Lewis-Clark State College, approximately 24% 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.