Biology at Grambling State University
Grambling, LA · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Biology, General
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
36
Optimistic
36
Base Case
36
Pessimistic
Earnings
$27,164/yr (-16% vs median)
AI Risk
High (40% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (113,000 openings/yr)
ROI
16.5x earnings multiple (7.6x 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 | $508K | $507K | $475K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 16.5x | 16.5x | 15.4x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 7.6x | 7.6x | 7.1x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 49% | 45% | 35% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 36 | 36 | 36 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$30,732
Out-of-state: $66,824 (7.6x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$31,000
13.7 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$45,785
69% growth from Year 1
About Grambling State University
Grambling State University accepts 24% of applicants — selective, though not ultra-competitive, with a smaller student body of 4,144 in Grambling, LA. With 72% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.
See all programs and financial aid at Grambling State University →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
How does Grambling State University's Biology program score?
This program scores 36/100 — on the lower end for Biology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Do Grambling State University Biology graduates earn enough to justify the loans?
The debt-to-income ratio of 1.1x suggests an extended repayment window. Whether it's 'worth it' depends on career trajectory, not just first-year pay.
How vulnerable is Biology to AI automation?
AI won't 'replace' Biology careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 40% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.
Why are Biology earnings lower at Grambling State University?
Lower starting pay at Grambling State University may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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