Compare 10 Biophysics. programs in New York. Average earnings: $42,258.
Biophysics programs produce graduates earning between $24,035 and $68,227—a $44K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 10 ranked programs in New York, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Binghamton University's Biophysics program leads with graduates earning $68,227, well above the $42,258 state average. New York University follows at $66,903, while Stony Brook produces graduates earning $44,369. The data shows SUNY schools dominating the top ranks—proof that program excellence doesn't require private school tuition.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Binghamton graduates borrow $18,500 and face just a 5.6% payment burden, earning an 'Excellent' affordability rating. Even at NYU, students manage a 6.3% burden despite higher debt, while family costs tell a different story with NYU's 29.4% family burden versus Binghamton's manageable 15.0%.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Binghamton UniversityPublic | $68,227 | 51 | $18,500 | Excellent | $27,270 | Manageable |
| #2 | New York UniversityPrivate | $66,903 | 59 | $20,500 | Excellent | $64,795 | High |
| #3 | Stony Brook UniversityPublic | $44,369 | 107 | $18,228 | Good | $21,400 | High |
| #4 | Cuny City CollegePublic | $44,175 | 26 | $11,990 | Excellent | $17,460 | Challenging |
| #5 | Colgate UniversityPrivate | $42,123 | 40 | $15,000 | Good | $59,463 | High |
| #6 | Vassar CollegePrivate | $41,025 | 22 | $18,625 | Manageable | $44,501 | High |
| #7 | Ithaca CollegePrivate | $33,993 | 12 | $24,000 | High | $53,476 | High |
| #8 | $29,135 | 18 | $20,880 | High | $19,416 | High | |
| #9 | Suny College At GeneseoPublic | $28,598 | 27 | $19,500 | High | $22,092 | High |
| #10 | Syracuse UniversityPrivate | $24,035 | 18 | $26,000 | High | $39,841 | 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 →
