Analysis
A debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42 is manageable territory, but the limited data behind these numbers matters. With only 19 schools nationally offering bachelor's degrees in Science Technologies/Technicians, and Salisbury's specific outcomes suppressed due to small cohort sizes, these estimates rest on a narrow foundation. The projected $59,366 first-year salary and $24,875 debt load come from comparable national programs—not from tracking actual Salisbury graduates in this field.
The program's scarcity cuts both ways. Small cohorts could mean specialized training and close faculty attention, but they also raise questions about local employer demand and why so few institutions offer this credential. Maryland has only one program in this category, making it difficult to gauge how well Salisbury's version prepares students for in-state opportunities versus other science-adjacent bachelor's degrees with more established employment pipelines.
Before committing, contact Salisbury's career services for concrete placement data: where recent graduates actually work, which employers recruit from this program, and what specific technical skills distinguish it from broader biology or chemistry degrees. The estimated numbers suggest affordability, but you need real outcomes from this particular program to know if it delivers on that promise.
Where Salisbury University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all science technologies/technicians bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Science Technologies/Technicians bachelors's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Salisbury UniversitySalisbury | $10,638 | $59,366* | — | $24,875* | — |
 North Carolina State University at RaleighRaleigh | $8,895 | $72,274* | — | $21,221* | 0.29 |
 Arizona State University Campus ImmersionTempe | $12,051 | $60,661* | $66,007 | $28,312* | 0.47 |
| Arizona State University Digital ImmersionScottsdale | — | $60,661* | $66,007 | $28,312* | 0.47 |
 Campbell UniversityBuies Creek | $40,410 | $59,366* | $67,598 | $20,250* | 0.34 |
 University of ArizonaTucson | $13,626 | $48,334* | $62,072 | $24,875* | 0.51 |
| National Median | — | $59,366* | — | $23,896* | 0.40 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with science technologies/technicians graduates
Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians
Hydrologic Technicians
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other
Quality Control Analysts
Remote Sensing Technicians
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 Salisbury University, 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.
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 national median of 7 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.