Biological Scientists in Alabama

Biological Scientists: Stable Growth, Solid Pay, and Crucial Research Impact

National Median: $85,290 | Job Growth: 5% | Alabama Colleges: 50

Biological Scientists Salary Progression

Entry Level: $55,000
Mid-Career: $80,000
Senior Level: $120,000
Top 10%: $130,000

Colleges in Alabama

College	Type	Tuition	Median Earnings
Alabama A & M University	Public	$10,024	$40,628
University of Alabama at Birmingham	Public	$9,098	$54,501
Amridge University	Private Nonprofit	$7,590	$37,621
University of Alabama in Huntsville	Public	$12,132	$61,767
Alabama State University	Public	$11,248	$34,502
The University of Alabama	Public	$12,180	$59,221
Central Alabama Community College	Public	$5,110	$33,506
Athens State University	Public	—	$50,273
Auburn University at Montgomery	Public	$9,700	$44,391
Auburn University	Public	$12,890	$65,337
Chattahoochee Valley Community College	Public	$5,100	$36,438
South University-Montgomery	Private For-Profit	$18,145	$34,421
Enterprise State Community College	Public	$5,100	$42,572
Coastal Alabama Community College	Public	$5,040	$34,894
Faulkner University	Private Nonprofit	$23,920	$43,457
Gadsden State Community College	Public	$4,272	$32,937
New Beginning College of Cosmetology	Private For-Profit	—	—
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan	Public	$4,980	$31,399
George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville	Public	$5,220	$39,842
George C Wallace State Community College-Selma	Public	$4,740	$31,598
Herzing University-Birmingham	Private Nonprofit	$13,450	$36,909
Huntingdon College	Private Nonprofit	$29,070	$49,601
Heritage Christian University	Private Nonprofit	$11,982	$42,597
J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College	Public	$5,190	$28,281
J F Ingram State Technical College	Public	$6,084	—
Jacksonville State University	Public	$12,894	$45,235
Jefferson State Community College	Public	$5,100	$40,719
John C Calhoun State Community College	Public	$5,120	$38,192
Lawson State Community College	Public	$5,040	$31,701
University of West Alabama	Public	$10,990	$44,232

Education Paths in Alabama

Bachelor's in Biological Sciences (Biology, Zoology, Botany, Microbiology, Biochemistry) — 4 years, typical cost: $40,000-$200,000
Master's in Biological Sciences — 2 years, typical cost: $20,000-$100,000
Ph.D. in Biological Sciences — 4-7 years, typical cost: $0-$100,000 (often funded)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for Biological Scientists in Alabama?

The national median salary for Biological Scientists is $85,290. State-specific data may vary.

How many Biological Scientists jobs are in Alabama?

Nationally, there are 86,600 Biological Scientists positions.

What colleges in Alabama prepare you for a Biological Scientists career?

There are 50 colleges in Alabama that can prepare you for this career. Explore each to see relevant programs.

Analysis based on U.S. Department of Education data. Not enrollment advice. Verify information with the institution directly.