Program Analysis
Washington College's Biology, General graduates start at $34,553/yr — above the $32,219 national average, though not by a wide margin.
An earnings multiple of 3.0x means the program roughly breaks even in financial terms over ten years. Non-financial factors need to justify the investment.
AI risk is moderate — 40% task exposure — and the 12% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $27,000 debt-to-$34,553 income ratio translates to about 9 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #528 out of 822 programs, Washington College's financial outcomes for Biology, General trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth from $34,553 to $68,950 over five years (100% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.