Compare 6 Biological and Physical Sciences. programs in Oregon. Average earnings: $40,107.
With top graduates earning $50,886, Biological and Physical Sciences stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $10K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
The University of Oregon leads Oregon's Biological and Physical Sciences programs, with graduates earning $50,886. Portland State follows closely at $49,200, demonstrating that multiple institutions deliver strong outcomes. The state average of $40,107 shows significant variation across the 6 ranked programs.
Highest program earnings: $50,886
Strong outcomes with 85% acceptance
9.8% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
21.7% family burden | Challenging - payment 18-25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of OregonPublic | $50,886 | 136 | $20,139 | Good | $44,405 | High |
| #2 | $49,200 | 159 | $20,500 | Good | $18,859 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $41,454 | 27 | $20,332 | Manageable | $21,279 | High | |
| #4 | $40,397 | 110 | $20,609 | Manageable | $23,014 | High | |
| #5 | Reed CollegePrivate | $30,409 | 17 | $21,500 | High | $48,773 | High |
| #6 | George Fox UniversityPrivate | $22,087 | 12 | $24,250 | High | $33,547 | 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 →
