All UPIKE majors by area
- Arts & Design · 4
- Humanities & Languages · 4
- Social Sciences & Public Service · 4
- Education · 3
- Science & Math · 3
- Health & Medicine · 2
- Technology & Computing · 2
- Business & Finance · 1
- Communications & Media · 1
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts and Entertainment Management | — | — | — |
| Film and Photography | — | — | — |
| Studio Art | — | — | — |
| Visual and Performing Arts | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | — | — | — |
| History | — | — | — |
| Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | — | — | — |
| Religious Studies | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education (Elementary / Secondary) | $37,784 | $36,199 | $17,778 |
| Education | — | — | — |
| Education (Subject Teaching) | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | $28,699 | $71,225 | $21,128 |
| Chemistry | — | — | — |
| Mathematics | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinesiology / Exercise Science | — | — | — |
| Nursing | $82,878 | — | $33,618 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | — | — | — |
| Information Technology | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | $36,213 | $49,971 | $25,000 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communications | — | $39,943 | — |
College Scorecard field of study, latest release: median earnings of graduates who received federal aid, 1 and 4 years after graduating; median federal loan debt. — means too few graduates to report.
From major to career
Business Administration → Management analyst
Median annual wage for all workers in this job. U.S. jobs projected to grow 10.1% from 2025 to 2035. Typical entry education: bachelor's degree.
BLS OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2025-35
Criminal Justice → Police officer
Median annual wage for all workers in this job. U.S. jobs projected to grow 3.5% from 2025 to 2035. Typical entry education: high school diploma or equivalent.
BLS OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2025-35
Across all majors, former UPIKE students earn a median $48,231 ten years after starting college, more than 65% of Kentucky colleges we cover. 42% graduate within six years.
UPIKE majors questions
How many majors does UPIKE offer?
University of Pikeville offers 24 bachelor's majors across 9 areas; the most majors are in Arts & Design and Humanities & Languages.
What is the highest-paying major at UPIKE?
Biology graduates from University of Pikeville earn a median $71,225 four years after graduating, the highest of the 6 majors with reported earnings. Their median debt is $21,128.
Which UPIKE majors earn the least?
Among majors with reported earnings, Education (Elementary / Secondary) graduates earn the least: a median $36,199 four years after graduating.
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Sources: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (field of study); Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS, Employment Projections). Back to University of Pikeville overview