Biology at University of Dallas

Starting at $30,920 means University of Dallas biology graduates earn roughly what their in-state peers do—landing at the 60th percentile among Texas biology programs. That's respectable positioning within the state, though it means earning about $8,000 less than what graduates from SMU or University of Mary Hardin-Baylor command. The $24,250 in debt translates to manageable monthly payments in the low $200s, but you're still looking at a debt-to-earnings ratio that'll require careful budgeting in those crucial first years.

The national comparison is less encouraging—these graduates fall below the median for biology programs nationwide. For a private university charging private tuition, you'd hope to see stronger earnings differentiation. The modest 26% Pell grant population and selective 54% admission rate suggest families here are paying premium prices, which raises questions about return on investment when Texas State graduates earn $3,600 more right out of the gate.

Here's the critical caveat: this data comes from fewer than 30 graduates, so one or two people pursuing gap years or graduate school immediately could skew these numbers significantly. If your student is committed to biology and values University of Dallas's liberal arts approach, understand you're likely investing in something beyond first-year salary—maybe grad school preparation or a particular educational experience. Just recognize that the immediate financial returns don't justify a premium over solid public options in Texas.