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Biology at Colgate University

Hamilton, NY · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Biology, General

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $34,796/yr (8% vs median)

AI Risk High (40% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (113,000 openings/yr)

ROI 2.1x earnings multiple

Ranked #741 of 822 Biology, General programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Biology graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$558K	$554K	$511K
Earnings Multiple	2.1x	2.1x	1.9x
Probability of Field Employment	49%	45%	35%
DegreeOutlook Score	27	26	26

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$268,096

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$116,428

57% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$14,730

5.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$55,827

60% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $34,796 per year, Biology graduates from Colgate University earn slightly above the $32,219 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

At 2.1x tuition cost, the financial math is tight. Decade earnings don't dramatically exceed what you paid, making school choice and aid packages critical.

The 8% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Biology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

The median debt load of $14,730 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

A #741 ranking among 822 Biology programs places Colgate University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $34,796-to-$55,827 earnings arc over five years reflects a 60% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Colgate University

With just 12% of applicants admitted, Colgate University ranks among the nation's most selective schools, with a smaller student body of 3,122 in Hamilton, NY. After financial aid, the average student pays $116,428 over four years — 57% below sticker price.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists $100,590/yr

Biological scientists, all other $93,330/yr

View all 10 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 26/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Biology at Colgate University?

At 26/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Biology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Biology at Colgate University?

The 40% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

What do students actually pay for Biology at Colgate University?

The 57% gap between sticker price and net cost means most students pay far less than $268,096. At a net cost of $116,428, the earnings multiple improves substantially.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →