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Physics in Michigan

Physics Schools in Michigan

336 students earned Physics degrees in Michigan in the 2022-2023 year.

In this state, Physics is the 74th most popular major out of a total 327 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in Michigan

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 199
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 75
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 75
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 75
Master’s Degree 53
Post-Master’s Certificate 8
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 8
Associate Degree 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 6.8%
  • Black or African American: 3.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.4%
  • White: 54.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 24.1%
  • Other Races: 6.3%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Michigan

26,700 people in the state and 1,143,180 in the nation are employed in jobs related to physics.

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Wages for Physics Jobs in Michigan

A typical salary for a physics grad in the state is $98,870, compared to a typical salary of $103,830 nationwide.

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There are 12 colleges in Michigan that offer physics degrees. Learn about the most popular 12 below:

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

The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. The average student takes 4.16 years to complete their degree at U-M. 74% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 86% are considered full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $19,449. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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

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

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

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 64% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. The average student takes 4.64 years to complete their degree at WMU.

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

It takes the average student 4.66 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 87% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

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Kalamazoo College

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

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. This private institution charges an average net price of $22,567. Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years.

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Albion College

Albion
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
1,506 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.15 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 82% are considered full time.

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Oakland University

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

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,614. The average student takes 4.61 years to complete their degree at Oakland.

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Central Michigan University

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

Most students complete their degree in 4.65 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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Adrian College

Adrian
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
1,865 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 45% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. An average student at Adrian will pay a net price of $24,805.

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Alma College

Alma
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
1,435 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $23,074. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time.

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5 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
2,030 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 5.06 years to graduate. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $33,677.

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Physics Careers in MI

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
High School Teachers 6% $62,040

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

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Chemistry 563
Geological & Earth Sciences 211
Astronomy & Astrophysics 57
General Physical Sciences 45
Atmospheric Sciences 36
Materials Sciences 21
Other Physical Science 11

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