Biology at Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southwestern Oklahoma State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southwestern Oklahoma State University graduates earn $26k, placing them in the 17th percentile of all biology bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Oklahoma
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oklahoma (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Oklahoma State University | $26,231 | — | — | — |
| Oklahoma Panhandle State University | $38,440 | $38,266 | $25,290 | 0.66 |
| Northeastern State University | $36,536 | $47,339 | $21,701 | 0.59 |
| University of Central Oklahoma | $34,180 | $46,638 | $21,437 | 0.63 |
| East Central University | $32,077 | $50,073 | $22,750 | 0.71 |
| Oral Roberts University | $29,582 | — | $28,500 | 0.96 |
| National Median | $32,316 | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Oklahoma
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oklahoma schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell | $7,922 | $38,440 | $25,290 |
| Northeastern State University Tahlequah | $7,513 | $36,536 | $21,701 |
| University of Central Oklahoma Edmond | $8,522 | $34,180 | $21,437 |
| East Central University Ada | $8,032 | $32,077 | $22,750 |
| Oral Roberts University Tulsa | $34,100 | $29,582 | $28,500 |
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 Oklahoma State University, approximately 38% 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 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.