Biology at Wells College

Wells College biology graduates earn $35,728 in their first year—outperforming both the national median ($32,316) and New York state median ($32,738) by roughly $3,000. At 60th percentile among New York biology programs, it sits comfortably above average, though well below elite options like Barnard ($47,329) or Hamilton ($43,639). The $26,500 in median debt is slightly higher than typical for biology majors, but the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.74 remains manageable—graduates would need roughly nine months of gross earnings to cover their loans.

The critical caveat here: this data comes from fewer than 30 graduates, making these figures less reliable than programs with larger cohorts. Small samples can swing dramatically year to year based on just a few individuals' career choices. Still, the general picture shows a biology program performing moderately well for students who want a smaller college environment without catastrophic debt.

For families weighing Wells against SUNY options or other mid-tier privates, the value proposition looks reasonable if your student thrives in intimate settings and wants solid—if unspectacular—outcomes. Just understand you're not paying for elite earning potential, and those numbers could shift considerably with next year's cohort.