Biology at Southwestern College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern College | $34,495* | — | — | — |
| Cleveland University-Kansas City | $39,724* | $40,240 | $16,625 | 0.42 |
| Fort Hays State University | $37,134* | $44,899 | $22,000 | 0.59 |
| University of Kansas | $36,131* | $49,093 | $22,000 | 0.61 |
| University of Saint Mary | $34,718* | $60,442 | $26,000 | 0.75 |
| Wichita State University | $34,271* | $41,782 | $24,314 | 0.71 |
| National Median | $32,316* | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland University-Kansas City Overland Park | $14,400 | $39,724 | $16,625 |
| Fort Hays State University Hays | $5,633 | $37,134 | $22,000 |
| University of Kansas Lawrence | $11,700 | $36,131 | $22,000 |
| University of Saint Mary Leavenworth | $33,890 | $34,718 | $26,000 |
| Wichita State University Wichita | $9,322 | $34,271 | $24,314 |
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 Southwestern College, approximately 39% 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 median of 8 similar programs in KS. Actual outcomes may vary.