Biology at Mount St. Mary's University
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 Maryland
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Maryland (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount St. Mary's University | — | $40,996 | $25,000 | — |
| University of Maryland Eastern Shore | $37,244 | $41,730 | $27,000 | 0.72 |
| St. Mary's College of Maryland | $36,331 | $47,734 | $20,607 | 0.57 |
| Salisbury University | $35,876 | $44,922 | $23,250 | 0.65 |
| Towson University | $34,988 | $52,007 | $21,875 | 0.63 |
| Loyola University Maryland | $34,655 | $56,525 | $27,000 | 0.78 |
| National Median | $32,316 | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Maryland
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Maryland schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne | $8,898 | $37,244 | $27,000 |
| St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City | $15,236 | $36,331 | $20,607 |
| Salisbury University Salisbury | $10,638 | $35,876 | $23,250 |
| Towson University Towson | $11,306 | $34,988 | $21,875 |
| Loyola University Maryland Baltimore | $55,480 | $34,655 | $27,000 |
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 Mount St. Mary's University, approximately 27% 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.