Plant Sciences at Michigan State University
If you plan to study Plant Sciences, take a look at what Michigan State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Michigan State University is in East Lansing, MI.
During the most recent reporting year, 33 plant sciences degrees were awarded at Michigan State University.
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Studying Online at Michigan State University
Distance learning is available at Michigan State University. Among 52,089 students, 2,681 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 24,643 (47%) took at least some classes online.
Plant Sciences Rankings at Michigan State University
Use these rankings to compare Michigan State University’s Plant Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 10 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #53 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 71 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 10 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #53 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 71 |
Earnings for Plant Sciences Graduates from Michigan State University
Graduates of Michigan State University’s Plant Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,527 |
| 2 years | $35,060 |
| 3 years | $33,634 |
| 4 years | $42,268 |
| 5 years | $46,604 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Plant Sciences graduates from Michigan State University report median earnings of $42,268, compared with $69,754 for all Michigan State University graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Plant Sciences graduates from Michigan State University comes in at $24,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Plant Sciences graduates at Michigan State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Plant Sciences graduates at Michigan State University are 48% women (16) and 52% men (17).
Plant Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Michigan State University
Of the 27 bachelor’s plant sciences degrees awarded at Michigan State University, 52% were women (14) and 48% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Michigan State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 11% of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Michigan State University, below the national average of 22%.*
Plant Sciences Master’s Program at Michigan State University
Among the 2 master’s plant sciences degrees awarded at Michigan State University, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at Michigan State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
Plant Sciences Doctoral Program at Michigan State University
Among the 4 doctoral plant sciences degrees awarded at Michigan State University, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Michigan State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Plant Sciences Concentrations at Michigan State University
This Plant Sciences program at Michigan State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Horticultural Science | 33 |
Top-Paying Careers for Plant Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Plant Sciences program at Michigan State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Plant Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Conservation Scientists | $81,436 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Park Naturalists | $76,516 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Range Managers | $59,935 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
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.