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13 students earned Astronomy degrees in Michigan in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Astronomy & Astrophysics is the 160th most popular major in the state out of a total 242 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Astronomy & Astrophysics Majors in Michigan

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 7
Master’s Degree 6

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 15.4%
  • White: 76.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 7.7%
  • Other Races: 0.0%
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Jobs for Astronomy & Astrophysics Grads in Michigan

In this state, there are 2,750 people employed in jobs related to an astronomy degree, compared to 104,790 nationwide.

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Wages for Astronomy & Astrophysics Jobs in Michigan

In this state, astronomy grads earn an average of $98,870. Nationwide, they make an average of $111,090.

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There are 2 colleges in Michigan that offer astronomy degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

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

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $19,058. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
47,907 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 66% of students receive it. A typical student attending U-M will pay a net price of $14,878. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1.

Astronomy & Astrophysics Careers in MI

Some of the careers astronomy majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 13% $86,450
Physics Postsecondary Professors 10% $93,740
Physicists 9% $81,650

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

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Chemistry 184
Physics 126
Geological & Earth Sciences 56
Materials Sciences 21
Atmospheric Sciences 15

View all majors related to Astronomy & Astrophysics

View Nationwide Astronomy & Astrophysics Report

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