Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology at State University of New York at Plattsburgh
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How State University of New York at Plattsburgh graduates compare to all programs nationally
State University of New York at Plattsburgh graduates earn $24k, placing them in the 11th percentile of all ecology, evolution, systematics, and population biology bachelors programs nationally.
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 New York
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State University of New York at Plattsburgh | $23,682 | $40,039 | — | — |
| New York University | $41,024 | $63,003 | $25,000 | 0.61 |
| Siena College | $37,789 | — | $27,000 | 0.71 |
| Stony Brook University | $22,725 | $38,257 | $20,500 | 0.90 |
| St Lawrence University | $17,443 | — | $26,500 | 1.52 |
| National Median | $29,460 | — | $23,480 | 0.80 |
Other Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York University New York | $60,438 | $41,024 | $25,000 |
| Siena College Loudonville | $44,405 | $37,789 | $27,000 |
| Stony Brook University Stony Brook | $10,560 | $22,725 | $20,500 |
| St Lawrence University Canton | $63,870 | $17,443 | $26,500 |
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 State University of New York at Plattsburgh, 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.