Compare 5 Biological and Physical Sciences. programs in North Carolina. Average earnings: $30,724.
Biological and Physical Sciences programs produce graduates earning between $21,964 and $38,654—a $17K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 5 ranked programs in North Carolina, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of North Carolina at Greensboro leads with graduates earning $38,654, well above the state average of $30,724. The program's 73-student cohort demonstrates that public universities can deliver top outcomes—outperforming private options while maintaining accessible admissions at 90%.
Highest program earnings: $38,654
Strong outcomes with 90% acceptance
19.5% payment burden | Challenging - payment 18-25% of discretionary
33.8% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $38,654 | 73 | $22,858 | Challenging | $14,638 | High | |
| #2 | Brevard CollegePrivate | $33,993 | 14 | $25,000 | High | $29,908 | High |
| #3 | $33,990 | 65 | $25,000 | High | $10,984 | High | |
| #4 | Chowan UniversityPrivate | $25,019 | 27 | $29,491 | High | $27,319 | High |
| #5 | Bennett CollegePrivate | $21,964 | 10 | $28,130 | High | $30,516 | 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 →
