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Nursing Schools in Michigan

7,369 Nursing students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Nursing is the 3rd most popular major in the state out of a total 327 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Nursing Majors in Michigan

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 3,948
Associate Degree 2,284
Master’s Degree 902
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 169
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 169
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 169
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 42
Post-Master’s Certificate 42
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 24
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 24
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 24

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 3.5%
  • Black or African American: 7.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.0%
  • White: 75.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.1%
  • Other Races: 8.1%
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Jobs for Nursing Grads in Michigan

In this state, there are 117,030 people employed in jobs related to a nursing degree, compared to 3,609,760 nationwide.

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Wages for Nursing Jobs in Michigan

In this state, nursing grads earn an average of $92,030. Nationwide, they make an average of $106,910.

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

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

In their early career, Eastern Michigan grads earn an average salary of $39,128. It takes the average student 4.74 years to graduate. 99% of the teachers are full time.

#2

Oakland University

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

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,445 after earning their degree at this institution. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 53%.

#3

Spring Arbor University

Spring Arbor
448 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
3,118 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. The student loan default rate of 3.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 26% of the teachers are full time.

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

Graduates earn an average $40,995 after graduation. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

347 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
2,792 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.59 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 30% are considered full time. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

327 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
4,987 Total Students

In their early career, Detroit Mercy grads earn an average salary of $56,293. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

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

11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the students who attend this school, 66% get financial aid. The student loan default rate of 1.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

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

It takes the average student 4.73 years to graduate. 60% of the teachers are full time. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#9

Baker College

Owosso
249 Degrees in Major Awarded
16% Graduation Rate
6,028 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 8.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $12,575. 11% of the teachers are full time.

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

Graduates earn an average $42,033 after graduation. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 90% of students receive it. The average student takes 4.51 years to complete their degree at GVSU.

Nursing Careers in MI

Some of the careers nursing majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Nurse Practitioners 34% $103,210
Nursing Instructors and Professors 23% $83,160
Medical and Health Services Managers 18% $94,540
Nurse Midwives 17% $99,490
Registered Nurses 14% $70,590
Nurse Anesthetists 10% $188,190

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

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Allied Health Professions 1,437
Medicine 1,198
Health/Medical Admin Services 1,103
Rehabilitation Professions 1,067
Public Health 992
Other Health Professions 836
Mental & Social Health Services 605
Allied Health Services 522

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