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Biology, General at University of Northwestern-St Paul

Saint Paul, MN · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $31,547/yr (-2% vs median)

AI Risk High (40% exposed)

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

ROI 4.5x earnings multiple

Ranked #469 of 822 Biology, General programs

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	$683K	$670K	$601K
Earnings Multiple	4.6x	4.5x	4.1x
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 (Sticker)

$147,320

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$100,560

32% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,500

8.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$68,797

118% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $31,547 track close to the $32,219 national median for Biology, General programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

At 4.5x tuition cost in decade earnings, the ROI is moderate. This program pays for itself, but it's not a financial slam-dunk.

The 12% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Biology, General career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $22,500 against $31,547/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #469 ranking among 822 Biology, General programs places University of Northwestern-St Paul in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $31,547-to-$68,797 earnings arc over five years reflects a 118% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Northwestern-St Paul

University of Northwestern-St Paul has a 92% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, a smaller institution with 1,495 students in Saint Paul, MN. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $100,560 — 32% less than the list price.

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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 36/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Biology, General at University of Northwestern-St Paul?

At 36/100, 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 University of Northwestern-St Paul?

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 →