Compare 11 Biophysics. programs in Pennsylvania. Average earnings: $47,906.
The highest-earning Biophysics program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $39K earnings gap across 11 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Saint Joseph's University's Biophysics program leads with graduates earning $72,151. The average across Pennsylvania programs is $47,906, but the variation tells the real story—outcomes depend on program strength, not school recognition. Albright College follows at $64,645, proving smaller institutions can deliver competitive results.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Saint Joseph's graduates borrow $25,500 and face just a 7.0% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.35.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Saint Joseph's UniversityPrivate | $72,151 | 10 | $25,500 | Excellent | $42,436 | Challenging |
| #2 | Albright CollegePrivate | $64,645 | 5 | $27,000 | Good | $31,921 | Challenging |
| #3 | Duquesne UniversityPrivate | $60,346 | 20 | $26,244 | Good | $57,511 | High |
| #4 | $56,135 | 103 | $25,000 | Good | $38,368 | High | |
| #5 | Temple UniversityPublic | $49,730 | 55 | $24,395 | Manageable | $36,495 | High |
| #6 | Lebanon Valley CollegePrivate | $44,942 | 6 | $27,000 | Manageable | $42,888 | High |
| #7 | Ursinus CollegePrivate | $40,294 | 15 | $27,000 | Challenging | $59,162 | High |
| #8 | $36,141 | 9 | $24,218 | Challenging | $25,252 | High | |
| #9 | Dickinson CollegePrivate | $35,305 | 26 | $19,000 | Challenging | $45,729 | High |
| #10 | Villanova UniversityPrivate | $33,993 | 15 | $25,874 | High | $40,000 | High |
| #11 | $33,281 | 42 | $24,250 | High | $35,031 | 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 →
