Statistics at Michigan State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Statistics, take a look at what Michigan State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Michigan State University is located in East Lansing, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 44 statistics degrees were granted at Michigan State University.
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Online Class Availability at Michigan State University
Many students take online classes 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.
Statistics Rankings at Michigan State University
Rankings can help you compare Michigan State University’s Statistics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 16 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #76 of 116 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #95 of 118 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 16 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #76 of 116 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #95 of 118 |
Earnings for Statistics Graduates from Michigan State University
Those who finish Michigan State University’s Statistics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $52,504 |
| 4 years | $81,993 |
| 5 years | $94,328 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Statistics graduates from Michigan State University take home a median $81,993, compared with $69,754 for all Michigan State University graduates — about 18% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Statistics graduates from Michigan State University comes in at $25,625.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Statistics graduates at Michigan State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Statistics graduates at Michigan State University are 36% women (16) and 64% men (28).
Statistics Bachelor’s Program at Michigan State University
Among the 29 bachelor’s statistics degrees awarded at Michigan State University, 24% were women (7) and 76% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Statistics bachelor’s degree recipients at Michigan State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Statistics bachelor’s degree recipients at Michigan State University, below the national average of 38%.*
Statistics Master’s Program at Michigan State University
Among the 10 master’s statistics 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 Statistics master’s degree recipients at Michigan State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Statistics master’s degree recipients at Michigan State University, lower than the national average of 18%.*
Statistics Doctoral Program at Michigan State University
Among the 5 doctoral statistics graduates at Michigan State University, 40% were women (2) and 60% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Statistics doctoral degree recipients at Michigan State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Statistics Concentrations at Michigan State University
The Statistics program at Michigan State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Statistics | 44 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Statistics Graduates
Students who finish Statistics program at Michigan State University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Statistics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Survey Researchers | $108,538 |
| Data Scientists | $106,295 |
| Clinical Data Managers | $99,475 |
| Actuaries | $69,100 |
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
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