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Genetics Schools in Michigan

127 Genetics students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Genetics is the 135th most popular major out of a total 327 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Genetics Majors in Michigan

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 77
Master’s Degree 20
Post-Master’s Certificate 13
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 13
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 13
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 13
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 13
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 4
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 4
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 4

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 11.8%
  • Black or African American: 7.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.9%
  • White: 67.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.7%
  • Other Races: 3.9%
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Jobs for Genetics Grads in Michigan

There are 5,810 people in the state and 274,990 people in the nation working in genetics jobs.

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Wages for Genetics Jobs in Michigan

Genetics grads earn an average of $75,110 in the state and $96,420 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in Michigan that offer genetics degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

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

In their early career, Michigan State grads earn an average salary of $50,137. It takes the average student 4.35 years to graduate. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.60%.

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

83% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.30%. In their early career, U-M grads earn an average salary of $62,027.

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

73% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid. The student loan default rate of 2.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

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

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $62,106 after earning their degree at this institution. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

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

It takes the average student 4.73 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. 60% of the teachers are full time.

Genetics Careers in MI

Some of the careers genetics majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Biological Science Professors 15% $87,500
Medical Scientists 12% $58,250
Biological Scientists 0% $73,370

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

Major Annual Graduates in MI
General Biology 2,795
Biochemistry & Biophysics 771
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 679
Ecology & Systematics Biology 299
Physiology & Pathology Sciences 227
Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences 191
Microbiology Science & Immunology 149
Biomathematics & Bioinformatics 143

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