Compare 8 Biology, General. programs in Maine. Average earnings: $39,176.
With top graduates earning $55,424, Biology, General. stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $16K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige across Maine's 8 programs.
University of Southern Maine's Biology program leads with graduates earning $55,424, well above the state average of $39,176. The data reinforces how program quality drives outcomes—regional publics like USM ($55,424) compete directly with private institutions, often delivering superior results while maintaining accessibility.
Highest program earnings: $55,424
Strong outcomes with 79% acceptance
8.0% payment burden | Excellent
16.1% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $55,424 | 44 | $19,060 | Excellent | $17,050 | Manageable | |
| #2 | University Of New EnglandPrivate | $47,930 | 75 | $25,250 | Manageable | $29,675 | High |
| #3 | University Of MainePublic | $46,674 | 51 | $25,000 | Manageable | $21,900 | High |
| #4 | Bowdoin CollegePrivate | $39,009 | 29 | $18,500 | Manageable | $52,337 | High |
| #5 | $33,300 | 8 | $24,499 | High | $14,745 | High | |
| #6 | Colby CollegePrivate | $30,771 | 30 | $19,157 | High | $59,570 | High |
| #7 | Bates CollegePrivate | $30,613 | 27 | $14,275 | Challenging | $70,222 | High |
| #8 | Husson UniversityPrivate | $29,685 | 11 | $27,000 | High | $20,075 | 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 →
