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General Biology Schools in Michigan

In 2020-2021, 126 students earned their Biology degrees in MI.

In terms of popularity, General Biology is the 56th most popular major in the state out of a total 242 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Biology Majors in Michigan

Biology majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 103
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 18
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 18
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 18
Post-Master’s Certificate 5
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 5

Gender Distribution

In Michigan, a biology major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of biology majors in Michigan is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.8%
  • Black or African American: 6.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.8%
  • White: 63.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 14.3%
  • Other Races: 6.3%
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Jobs for General Biology Grads in Michigan

There are 30,070 people in the state and 1,333,410 people in the nation working in biology jobs.

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Wages for General Biology Jobs in Michigan

In this state, biology grads earn an average of $75,110. Nationwide, they make an average of $89,150.

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There are 10 colleges in Michigan that offer biology degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
19,887 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $20,371. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $40,533 a year.

#2

Oakland University

Rochester Hills
20 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
18,552 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $13,449. In their early career, Oakland grads earn an average salary of $42,445. The 3.60% student loan default rate is lower than average.

20 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
23,350 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.51 years to graduate. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,033 after earning their degree at this institution. A typical student attending GVSU will pay a net price of $17,356.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
6,873 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $62,106 a year. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. It takes the average student 4.66 years to graduate.

#5

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
17,311 Total Students

The 4.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.65 years. 97% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,368 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $35,323 after graduation. Most students complete their degree in 4.52 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
49,695 Total Students

The 2.60% student loan default rate is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $50,137 after graduation. 71% of students get financical aid.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
16,294 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.74 years. A typical student attending Eastern Michigan will pay a net price of $15,127. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $39,128 a year.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
6,829 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,689. 98% of students get financical aid. The 5.70% student loan default rate is lower than average.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
26,241 Total Students

In their early career, Wayne State grads earn an average salary of $40,269. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.10%.

General Biology Careers in MI

Some of the careers biology majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Biological Science Professors 15% $87,500
Medical Scientists 12% $58,250
High School Teachers 6% $62,040
Biological Scientists 0% $73,370

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to biology.

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Biomathematics & Bioinformatics 139
Ecology & Systematics Biology 136
Biochemistry & Biophysics 94
Physiology & Pathology Sciences 91
Pharmacology & Toxicology 74
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 57
Genetics 46
Microbiology Science & Immunology 38

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