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Biology, General at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

Johnstown, PA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $33,576/yr (4% vs median)

AI Risk High (40% exposed)

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

ROI 10.3x earnings multiple (5.7x out-of-state)

Ranked #274 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	$610K	$602K	$548K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.4x	10.3x	9.4x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.7x	5.7x	5.2x
Probability of Field Employment	49%	45%	35%
DegreeOutlook Score	44	43	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)

$58,584

Out-of-state: $106,080 (5.7x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$75,808

-29% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$24,250

8.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$61,794

84% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $33,576/yr, roughly in line with the $32,219 national median for Biology, General. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 10.3x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 10% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Biology, General career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $24,250 against $33,576/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #274 ranking among 822 Biology, General programs places University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $33,576-to-$61,794 earnings arc over five years reflects a 84% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown accepts 96% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, a smaller institution with 1,934 students in Johnstown, PA.

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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 43/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Biology, General at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown?

At 43/100, 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 Pittsburgh-Johnstown?

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 →