Compare 8 Biological and Physical Sciences. programs in Minnesota. Average earnings: $43,389.
The highest-earning Biological and Physical Sciences program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $24K earnings gap across 8 programs in Minnesota, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand. Graduates earn between $32,382 and $56,840 depending on program choice.
At the top, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities produces Biological and Physical Sciences graduates earning $56,840, well above the state average of $43,389. But the story extends beyond flagship performance—University of Minnesota-Crookston follows closely at $54,593 with more selective 58% admissions, while Minnesota State University Moorhead delivers $47,708.
Highest program earnings: $56,840
Strong outcomes with 77% acceptance
7.8% payment burden | Excellent
14.2% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $56,840 | 447 | $19,500 | Excellent | $25,729 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $54,593 | 34 | $20,500 | Good | $11,092 | Manageable | |
| #3 | $47,708 | 18 | $20,000 | Good | $10,000 | Manageable | |
| #4 | $44,070 | 109 | $21,058 | Manageable | $11,598 | Challenging | |
| #5 | Winona State UniversityPublic | $43,717 | 33 | $21,500 | Manageable | $19,316 | High |
| #6 | $35,235 | 28 | $21,106 | Challenging | $13,695 | High | |
| #7 | Hamline UniversityPrivate | $32,569 | 5 | $23,770 | High | $22,739 | High |
| #8 | $32,382 | 17 | $21,325 | High | $28,694 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
