# Iowa State University: Genetics (bachelor's)

Ames, IA. IPEDS 153603, CIP 26.08. Page: https://educationguide.com/colleges/iowa-state-university/majors/genetics

## Graduate outcomes
- Median earnings 1 year after graduating: $33,330
- Median earnings 4 years after graduating: $55,037 (U.S. median for this major: $63,767 across 9 colleges)
- Median federal loan debt: $21,631 (U.S. median $21,631)
- Rank in IA: 1 of 1 colleges by 4-year earnings
- Versus the U.S. median: -$8,730

## Cost to finish and years to pay back (EducationGuide calculation)
School-wide net price x 4.32 years (average time graduates took). Earnings gain = $55,037 minus $36,661 for high school graduates ages 25-34 in IA (Census ACS 2020-2024).

| Family income | Net price / yr | Cost to finish | Years to pay back |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | $10,582 | $45,714 | 2.5 years |
| 30-48k | $11,506 | $49,706 | 2.7 years |
| 48-75k | $15,463 | $66,800 | 3.6 years |
| 75-110k | $19,605 | $84,694 | 4.6 years |
| 110k+ | $22,496 | $97,183 | 5.3 years |

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

## Genetics at IA colleges
| College | Earnings 4 yrs | Median debt | Avg. net price | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University | $55,037 | $21,631 | $18,589 | 75% |

## Careers
- Natural Sciences Managers (SOC 11-9121): median wage $116,540 Ames, IA, $109,760 IA, $167,220 U.S.; U.S. jobs 8.2% by 2035
- Biological Technicians (SOC 19-4021): median wage not reported Ames, IA, $48,050 IA, $57,510 U.S.; U.S. jobs 7.4% by 2035

## Sources and years
- Earnings (4 yr): Treasury AY2017-2018, AY2018-2019 pooled earnings cohort measured in CY2022, CY2023, inflation adjusted to 2024 dollars; debt: NSLDS pooled AY2018-19, AY2019-20 cohort

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