Biology at University of Nebraska at Kearney
Bachelor's Degree
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 Nebraska
Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Nebraska (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska at Kearney | — | $47,038 | $19,000 | — |
| Bellevue University | $40,741 | — | $28,031 | 0.69 |
| University of Nebraska at Omaha | $35,831 | $41,587 | $21,250 | 0.59 |
| Doane University | $35,302 | $50,459 | $27,000 | 0.76 |
| Wayne State College | $32,538 | — | $18,761 | 0.58 |
| Creighton University | $27,924 | $52,421 | $26,959 | 0.97 |
| National Median | $32,316 | — | $25,000 | 0.77 |
Other Biology Programs in Nebraska
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Nebraska schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue University Bellevue | $8,886 | $40,741 | $28,031 |
| University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha | $8,370 | $35,831 | $21,250 |
| Doane University Crete | $40,491 | $35,302 | $27,000 |
| Wayne State College Wayne | $7,970 | $32,538 | $18,761 |
| Creighton University Omaha | $47,000 | $27,924 | $26,959 |
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 University of Nebraska at Kearney, approximately 34% 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.