Compare 17 Biotechnology. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $52,559. Top programs: $75,451+.
Biotechnology programs produce graduates earning between $25,194 and $75,451—a $50K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 17 ranked programs, outcomes vary dramatically based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
At the top, University of California-Davis produces Biotechnology graduates earning $75,451, while the average across all programs is $52,559. Endicott College follows at $73,642, and Worcester State University delivers $71,966—proof that regional publics compete directly with private institutions in this field.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UC Davis graduates borrow $13,000 and face just a 3.4% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families, Utah Valley University leads with a 9.0% family burden, proving the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $75,451 | 56 | $13,000 | Excellent | $25,733 | Good | |
| #2 | Endicott CollegePrivate | $73,642 | 19 | $27,000 | Excellent | $38,259 | Challenging |
| #3 | $71,966 | 31 | $19,500 | Excellent | $17,518 | Good | |
| #4 | $70,089 | 41 | $16,000 | Excellent | $15,000 | Good | |
| #5 | University Of HoustonPublic | $63,591 | 74 | $18,194 | Excellent | $18,072 | Manageable |
| #6 | Utah Valley UniversityPublic | $61,720 | 29 | $14,750 | Excellent | $9,582 | Good |
| #7 | $59,766 | 30 | $17,350 | Excellent | $18,031 | Manageable | |
| #8 | $57,558 | 37 | $26,778 | Good | $35,625 | High | |
| #9 | $50,276 | 18 | $26,814 | Manageable | $36,545 | High | |
| #10 | Syracuse UniversityPrivate | $44,418 | 17 | $26,000 | Manageable | $39,841 | High |
| #11 | University Of KentuckyPublic | $43,719 | 38 | $22,500 | Manageable | $30,006 | High |
| #12 | James Madison UniversityPublic | $41,832 | 20 | $20,093 | Manageable | $37,285 | High |
| #13 | $41,725 | 29 | $21,500 | Manageable | $25,294 | High | |
| #14 | $40,141 | 25 | $20,000 | Manageable | $36,000 | High | |
| #15 | $36,992 | 26 | $18,190 | Manageable | $16,036 | High | |
| #16 | $35,416 | 20 | $19,000 | Challenging | $15,945 | High | |
| #17 | Brigham Young UniversityPrivate | $25,194 | 29 | $11,069 | High | $9,699 | 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 →
