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Astronomy & Astrophysics in Michigan

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

In terms of popularity, Astronomy & Astrophysics is the 172nd most popular major in the state out of a total 327 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
Bachelor’s Degree 44
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 men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 3.5%
  • Black or African American: 3.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.8%
  • White: 70.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.8%
  • Other Races: 5.3%
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Jobs for Astronomy & Astrophysics Grads in Michigan

2,750 people in the state and 104,790 in the nation are employed in jobs related to astronomy.

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Wages for Astronomy & Astrophysics Jobs in Michigan

Astronomy grads earn an average of $98,870 in the state and $111,090 nationwide.

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There are 4 colleges in Michigan that offer astronomy degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

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

66% of students get financical aid. In their early career, U-M grads earn an average salary of $62,027. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,878.

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

The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 71% of students receive it. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.60%.

#3

Central Michigan University

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

18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 76% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.80%.

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

The 5.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $40,269 after graduation. The average student takes 4.73 years to complete their degree at Wayne State.

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 563
Physics 344
Geological & Earth Sciences 211
General Physical Sciences 45
Atmospheric Sciences 36
Materials Sciences 21
Other Physical Science 11

View all majors related to Astronomy & Astrophysics

View Nationwide Astronomy & Astrophysics Report

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