Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences at Wayne State University
If you are interested in studying Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences, consider the program at Wayne State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Wayne State University is located in Detroit, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 83 pharmacy/pharmaceutical sciences degrees were granted at Wayne State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Wayne State University
Distance learning is available at Wayne State University. Among 23,803 students, 3,013 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,784 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Rankings at Wayne State University
Rankings can help you compare Wayne State University’s Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #6 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #31 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #87 of 134 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #6 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #31 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #87 of 134 |
Earnings for Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduates from Wayne State University
Students who complete Wayne State University’s Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical 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 | $109,713 |
| 2 years | $118,922 |
| 3 years | $120,470 |
| 4 years | $127,905 |
| 5 years | $137,150 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences graduates from Wayne State University take home a median $127,905, compared with $68,128 for all Wayne State University graduates — about 88% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences graduates at Wayne State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences graduates at Wayne State University are 66% women (55) and 34% men (28).
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Master’s Program at Wayne State University
Among the 3 master’s pharmacy/pharmaceutical sciences degrees awarded at Wayne State University, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences master’s degree recipients at Wayne State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 33% of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences master’s degree recipients at Wayne State University, higher than the national average of 23%.*
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Doctoral Program at Wayne State University
Of the 4 doctoral pharmacy/pharmaceutical sciences graduates at Wayne State University, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Wayne State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Wayne State University, higher than the national average of 24%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Concentrations at Wayne State University
The Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences program at Wayne State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy | 76 |
| Pharmaceutics & Drug Design | 7 |
Best-Paid Careers for Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences program at Wayne State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Biofuels Production Managers | $164,096 |
| Geothermal Production Managers | $160,381 |
| Biomass Power Plant Managers | $146,025 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Industrial Production Managers | $126,666 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
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.