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Physical Sciences Schools in Michigan

1,292 students earned Physical Sciences degrees in Michigan in the 2020-2021 year.

A Physical Sciences major is the 19th 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
Bachelor’s Degree 817
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 206
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 206
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 206
Master’s Degree 203
Associate Degree 56
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 6
Post-Master’s Certificate 6
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 3
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 3
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 1
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 1

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: 4.7%
  • Black or African American: 3.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.6%
  • White: 63.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 15.9%
  • Other Races: 7.6%
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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 10 colleges in Michigan that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

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

In their early career, U-M grads earn an average salary of $62,027. 83% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.16 years.

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

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.60%. It takes the average student 4.35 years to graduate. This public school has an average net price of $19,058.

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

60% of the teachers are full time. The 5.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

78 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
19,887 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Most students complete their degree in 4.64 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 82% get financial aid.

#5

Kalamazoo College

Kalamazoo
61 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
1,451 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. 84% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 4.14 years to graduate.

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

The 1.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. The average student takes 4.66 years to complete their degree at Michigan Tech. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $62,106 after earning their degree at this institution.

#7

Central Michigan University

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

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.80%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,092 after earning their degree at this institution.

#8

Hope College

Holland
35 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
3,061 Total Students

67% of the teachers are full time. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.10 years to complete their degree at Hope.

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

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.10%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,127. 99% of the teachers are full time.

#10

Oakland University

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

Most students complete their degree in 4.61 years. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.60%.

Physical Sciences Careers in MI

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 17% $72,250
Geoscientists 16% $0
Engineering Professors 15% $100,320
Environmental Science Professors 13% $0
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 13% $86,450
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 11% $63,970
Materials Scientists 11% $80,450
Chemistry Professors 10% $87,200
Physics Postsecondary Professors 10% $93,740
Physicists 9% $81,650
Professors 9% $0
Architectural and Engineering Managers 9% $127,230
Hydrologists 8% $76,510
Chemists 8% $73,470
Physical Scientists 8% $98,050
High School Teachers 6% $62,040
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 5% $82,690

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

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Engineering 8,586
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 5,647
Computer & Information Sciences 5,071
Engineering Technologies 2,201
Mathematics & Statistics 1,331
Natural Resources & Conservation 964
Agriculture 673
Architecture/Urban Planning 423

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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