Genetics at Michigan State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Genetics, consider the program at 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, 96 genetics graduations were recorded at Michigan State University.
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Studying Online at Michigan State University
Many students take online classes at Michigan State University. Among 52,089 students, 2,681 (5%) studied exclusively online and 24,643 (47%) took at least some classes online.
Genetics Rankings at Michigan State University
Rankings can help you compare Michigan State University’s Genetics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #8 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #23 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 41 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #8 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #23 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 41 |
Earnings for Genetics Graduates from Michigan State University
Students who complete Michigan State University’s Genetics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,587 |
| 2 years | $31,127 |
| 3 years | $42,575 |
| 4 years | $50,229 |
| 5 years | $59,887 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Genetics graduates from Michigan State University report median earnings of $50,229, compared with $69,754 for all Michigan State University graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Genetics graduates from Michigan State University stands at $25,125.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Genetics graduates at Michigan State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Genetics graduates at Michigan State University are 75% women (72) and 25% men (24).
Genetics Bachelor’s Program at Michigan State University
Among the 82 bachelor’s genetics graduates at Michigan State University, 74% were women (61) and 26% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics bachelor’s degree recipients at Michigan State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 56 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 26% of Genetics bachelor’s degree recipients at Michigan State University, lower than the national average of 28%.*
Genetics Master’s Program at Michigan State University
Among the 4 master’s genetics graduates at Michigan State University, 100% were women (4) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics master’s degree recipients at Michigan State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Genetics Doctoral Program at Michigan State University
Among the 10 doctoral genetics degrees awarded at Michigan State University, 70% were women (7) and 30% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetics doctoral degree recipients at Michigan State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 10% of Genetics doctoral degree recipients at Michigan State University, lower than the national average of 18%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Genetics Concentrations at Michigan State University
The Genetics program at Michigan State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Genetics | 4 |
| Molecular Genetics | 82 |
| Plant Genetics | 10 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Genetics Graduates
Students who finish Genetics program at Michigan State University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Genetics majors, 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 |
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
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.