Compare 7 Biology, General. programs in Rhode Island. Average earnings: $55,030.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Biology, General. tells a different story. Across 7 programs in Rhode Island, earnings range from $29,405 to $74,656—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Providence College's Biology program leads with graduates earning $74,656, well above the state average of $55,030. But the data reveals broader patterns: Salve Regina follows at $70,070, while Rhode Island College delivers $62,028—proof that outcomes vary significantly even within a small state.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Providence CollegePrivate | $74,656 | 86 | $27,000 | Excellent | $46,300 | Challenging |
| #2 | Salve Regina UniversityPrivate | $70,070 | 32 | $27,000 | Excellent | $41,621 | Challenging |
| #3 | Rhode Island CollegePublic | $62,028 | 19 | $20,500 | Excellent | $14,512 | Manageable |
| #4 | $58,218 | 167 | $22,250 | Good | $28,000 | Challenging | |
| #5 | Roger Williams UniversityPrivate | $47,162 | 39 | $26,940 | Manageable | $49,892 | High |
| #6 | Brown UniversityPrivate | $43,674 | 93 | $11,428 | Excellent | $48,245 | High |
| #7 | $29,405 | 32 | $26,000 | High | $34,260 | 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 →
