# Genetics (bachelor's degree)

CIP 26.08. Page: https://educationguide.com/degrees/genetics

## Earnings
- Graduates 4 years after finishing: median $63,767 across 9 colleges (middle half $55,404–$77,411); median federal debt $21,424
- All workers ages 25-34 with a bachelor's in Genetics: median $69,655 (all bachelor's $62,049; high school $35,638; Census ACS 2020-2024)

## Jobs graduates hold (ages 25-34)
| Job | Share | U.S. median wage | Growth 2025-35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary Teachers | 7% | $82,250 | 6% |
| Other Life, Physical, And Social Science Technicians | 6% | not reported | — |
| Physical Scientists, All Other | 5% | $122,570 | 2.1% |
| Biological Scientists | 5% | $99,760 | 6.7% |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists And Technicians | 4% | $62,930 | 2.7% |
| Other Managers | 4% | not reported | — |
| Financial Managers | 4% | $166,570 | 9.7% |
| Teaching Assistants | 3% | $37,010 | 0% |

## By state
| State | Graduates 4 yrs (colleges) | Ages 25-34 (respondents) |
|---|---|---|

## Top colleges by graduate earnings (published states)
1. University of California-Davis (CA): $77,411

Method: https://educationguide.com/how-we-score#degrees

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