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Biology, General at SUNY College at Potsdam

Potsdam, NY · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $25,459/yr (-21% vs median)

AI Risk High (40% exposed)

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

ROI 18.0x earnings multiple (8.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #327 of 822 Biology, General programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$636K	$626K	$568K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	18.3x	18.0x	16.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	8.5x	8.4x	7.6x
Probability of Field Employment	49%	45%	35%
DegreeOutlook Score	42	41	41

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$34,848

Out-of-state: $74,488 (8.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$57,180

-64% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$23,041

10.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$59,284

133% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Starting salaries of $25,459/yr fall 21% below the $32,219 national median for Biology, General. The financial case depends heavily on whether tuition compensates.

With a 18.0x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 11% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Biology, General career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $23,041 against $25,459/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #327 ranking among 822 Biology, General programs places SUNY College at Potsdam in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $25,459-to-$59,284 earnings arc over five years reflects a 133% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About SUNY College at Potsdam

SUNY College at Potsdam has a 85% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, with a smaller student body of 1,951 in Potsdam, NY. Pell Grant recipients make up 43% of the student body — a marker of economic diversity.

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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 41/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Biology, General at SUNY College at Potsdam?

At 41/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Biology, General programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Biology, General at SUNY College at Potsdam?

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.

Is SUNY College at Potsdam a good choice for Biology, General despite lower starting pay?

Starting salary is one data point. If SUNY College at Potsdam's tuition is significantly below average, the ROI calculation can still work — lower earnings paired with lower costs can be a reasonable trade.

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