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Best Value Biology Colleges in Rhode Island

Ranked by best return on investment (earnings vs. cost). See our methodology.

Rhode Island College delivers the state's most affordable biology education at $10,988 annually while producing graduates who earn $36,131, outpacing earnings from much costlier programs. The $34,550 gap between the cheapest and most expensive options reveals dramatic price variations across eight programs. With Rhode Island's healthcare sector employing over 65,000 workers and major medical centers like Rhode Island Hospital driving demand, biology graduates find strong local career pathways.
8
Programs
$10,988 – $45,538
Net Price Range
$33,377
Avg. Program Earnings
72.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Biology, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $10,988 $36,131 $10,986 46.2% 87.5%
2 $19,899 $36,668 $16,408 71.0% 76.4%
3 $26,572 $29,685 $68,230 95.9% 5.1%
4 $35,682 $30,409 $47,930 74.9% 69.5%
5 $45,538 $33,993 $60,848 87.9% 52.8%
6 $40,846 $51,169 80.6% 68.8%
7 $32,478 $40,408 54.9% 83.4%
8 $38,123 $42,666 66.6% 91.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Rhode Island College such strong value for biology students?

Rhode Island College charges just $10,988 annually while its biology graduates earn $36,131, creating the best cost-to-earnings ratio in the state. The 46.20% graduation rate reflects the challenge, but successful graduates see solid returns on their minimal investment.

How do public and private biology programs compare financially?

Public options range from $10,988 to $19,899 annually, while private programs span $26,572 to $45,538. University of Rhode Island graduates earn the highest at $36,668, proving that higher costs don't guarantee better outcomes in biology.

Does Brown University justify its biology program costs?

Brown charges $26,572 net annually but its biology graduates earn just $29,685, the lowest in Rhode Island. The 95.90% graduation rate and $13,000 average debt provide value through completion rates and manageable borrowing despite lower starting salaries.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.