# James Madison University: Biotechnology (bachelor's)

Harrisonburg, VA. IPEDS 232423, CIP 26.12. Page: https://educationguide.com/colleges/james-madison-university/majors/biotechnology

## Graduate outcomes
- Median earnings 1 year after graduating: $41,832
- Median earnings 4 years after graduating: $65,893 (U.S. median for this major: $76,622 across 13 colleges)
- Median federal loan debt: $20,209 (U.S. median $20,209)
- Rank in VA: 1 of 1 colleges by 4-year earnings

## Biotechnology at VA colleges
| College | Earnings 4 yrs | Median debt | Avg. net price | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Madison University | $65,893 | $20,209 | $23,322 | 80% |

## Careers
- Natural Sciences Managers (SOC 11-9121): median wage not reported Harrisonburg, VA, $150,570 VA, $167,220 U.S.; U.S. jobs 8.2% 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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