Biology at Southern Wesleyan University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southern Wesleyan University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern Wesleyan University graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 92th percentile of all biology bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (31 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Wesleyan University | $39,464 | — | — | — |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | $36,066 | — | $27,000 | 0.75 |
| Newberry College | $34,694 | — | $27,000 | 0.78 |
| Lander University | $32,422 | — | $27,250 | 0.84 |
| University of South Carolina Aiken | $32,314 | $49,333 | $27,000 | 0.84 |
| University of South Carolina Beaufort | $32,212 | $33,433 | $26,000 | 0.81 |
| National Median | $32,316 | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston | $12,570 | $36,066 | $27,000 |
| Newberry College Newberry | $30,050 | $34,694 | $27,000 |
| Lander University Greenwood | $11,700 | $32,422 | $27,250 |
| University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken | $10,760 | $32,314 | $27,000 |
| University of South Carolina Beaufort Bluffton | $10,730 | $32,212 | $26,000 |
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 Southern Wesleyan University, approximately 29% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.