Biology at CUNY Medgar Evers College
Brooklyn, NY · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Biology, General
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
53
Optimistic
52
Base Case
50
Pessimistic
Earnings
$39,810/yr (24% vs median)
AI Risk
High (40% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (113,000 openings/yr)
ROI
18.0x earnings multiple (8.6x out-of-state)
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 | $531K | $528K | $491K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 18.0x | 18.0x | 16.7x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 8.7x | 8.6x | 8.0x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 49% | 45% | 35% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 53 | 52 | 50 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$29,408
Out-of-state: $61,208 (8.6x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$11,000
3.3 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$53,711
35% growth from Year 1
About CUNY Medgar Evers College
With 83% of applicants admitted, CUNY Medgar Evers College prioritizes broad access, a compact campus enrolling 3,404 students in Brooklyn, NY. With 57% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.
See all programs and financial aid at CUNY Medgar Evers College →Top Career Paths
Natural sciences managers
$161,180/yr
Medical scientists, except epidemiologists
$100,590/yr
Biological scientists, all other
$93,330/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a 52/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Biology at CUNY Medgar Evers College?
At 52/100, CUNY Medgar Evers College's Biology program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
Should I worry about AI if I study Biology at CUNY Medgar Evers College?
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.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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