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Physical Sciences in Michigan

Physical Sciences Schools in Michigan

1,366 Physical Sciences students earned their degrees in the state in 2022-2023.

A Physical Sciences major is the 14th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Michigan

Physical Sciences majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 243
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 243
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 243
Master’s Degree 211
Post-Master’s Certificate 18
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 18

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physical sciences majors in Michigan is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.7%
  • Black or African American: 3.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.4%
  • White: 62.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 16.2%
  • Other Races: 7.4%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Michigan

In this state, there are 47,770 people employed in jobs related to a physical sciences degree, compared to 1,844,320 nationwide.

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Wages for Physical Sciences Jobs in Michigan

Physical Sciences grads earn an average of $92,640 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in Michigan that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

180 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
47,907 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.16 years. 82% of the teachers are full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,792.

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101 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
49,695 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $19,449. 86% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

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38 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
19,887 Total Students

94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $19,884. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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37 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
26,241 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,055. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

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25 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
6,873 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $16,283. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

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Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant
14 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
17,311 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.65 years to graduate. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,630. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

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Oakland University

Rochester Hills
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
18,552 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.61 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

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10 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
16,294 Total Students

99% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it.

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Physical Sciences Careers in MI

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 13% $86,450
Chemistry Professors 10% $87,200
Architectural and Engineering Managers 9% $127,230
Chemists 8% $73,470

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

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Engineering 3,043
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 900
Mathematics & Statistics 410
Engineering Technologies 328
Architecture/Urban Planning 253
Natural Resources & Conservation 243
Agriculture 212

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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