Biology at Southern Utah 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 Utah
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Utah (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Utah University | — | $42,285 | $13,125 | — |
| Westminster University | $40,919 | — | $21,000 | 0.51 |
| University of Utah | $39,212 | $51,081 | $21,000 | 0.54 |
| Utah Valley University | $38,427 | $61,611 | $19,200 | 0.50 |
| Utah Tech University | $35,979 | $49,320 | $13,697 | 0.38 |
| Utah State University | $29,179 | $61,607 | $15,750 | 0.54 |
| National Median | $32,316 | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Utah
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Utah schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster University Salt Lake City | $41,416 | $40,919 | $21,000 |
| University of Utah Salt Lake City | $9,315 | $39,212 | $21,000 |
| Utah Valley University Orem | $6,270 | $38,427 | $19,200 |
| Utah Tech University Saint George | $6,074 | $35,979 | $13,697 |
| Utah State University Logan | $9,228 | $29,179 | $15,750 |
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 Southern Utah 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.