Neurobiology & Neurosciences at Central Michigan University
If you plan to study Neurobiology & Neurosciences, consider the program at Central Michigan University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Central Michigan University is located in Mount Pleasant, MI.
During the most recent reporting year, 44 neurobiology & neurosciences degrees were awarded at Central Michigan University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Central Michigan University
Distance learning is available at Central Michigan University. Among 14,488 students, 3,356 (23%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,044 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Rankings at Central Michigan University
Use these rankings to compare Central Michigan University’s Neurobiology & Neurosciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #27 of 33 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #48 of 187 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #170 of 191 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #27 of 33 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #48 of 187 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #170 of 191 |
Earnings for Neurobiology & Neurosciences Graduates from Central Michigan University
Students who complete Central Michigan University’s Neurobiology & Neurosciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,783 |
| 2 years | $28,816 |
| 3 years | $38,906 |
| 4 years | $57,802 |
| 5 years | $64,601 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates from Central Michigan University report median earnings of $57,802, compared with $61,603 for all Central Michigan University graduates — about 6% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates from Central Michigan University is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates at Central Michigan University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates at Central Michigan University are 66% women (29) and 34% men (15).
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Bachelor’s Program at Central Michigan University
Of the 39 bachelor’s neurobiology & neurosciences graduates at Central Michigan University, 74% were women (29) and 26% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 13% of Neurobiology & Neurosciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Michigan University, below the national average of 47%.*
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Master’s Program at Central Michigan University
Among the 1 master’s neurobiology & neurosciences degrees awarded at Central Michigan University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences master’s degree recipients at Central Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Doctoral Program at Central Michigan University
Among the 4 doctoral neurobiology & neurosciences degrees awarded at Central Michigan University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences doctoral degree recipients at Central Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Neurobiology & Neurosciences Concentrations at Central Michigan University
The Neurobiology & Neurosciences program at Central Michigan University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Neurosciences | 33 |
| Neurobiology & Anatomy | 11 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Neurobiology & Neurosciences Graduates
Students who finish Neurobiology & Neurosciences program at Central Michigan University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
| Geneticists | $48,526 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.