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Biology, General at The University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa, AL · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $29,848/yr (-7% vs median)

AI Risk High (40% exposed)

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

ROI 13.0x earnings multiple (4.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #282 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	$626K	$617K	$561K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	13.2x	13.0x	11.8x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.7x	4.6x	4.2x
Probability of Field Employment	49%	45%	35%
DegreeOutlook Score	43	42	42

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$47,600

Out-of-state: $132,800 (4.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$88,600

-86% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$23,905

9.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$61,478

106% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $29,848 track close to the $32,219 national median for Biology, General programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

With a 13.0x 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 $23,905 against $29,848/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #282 ranking among 822 Biology, General programs places The University of Alabama in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $29,848-to-$61,478 earnings arc over five years reflects a 106% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About The University of Alabama

The University of Alabama has a 76% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, one of the larger campuses at 32,323 students in Tuscaloosa, AL.

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 42/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Biology, General at The University of Alabama?

At 42/100, 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 The University of Alabama?

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. See full methodology →