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Poly Sci in Michigan

Poly Sci Schools in Michigan

988 Poly Sci students earned their degrees in the state in 2022-2023.

As a degree choice, Poly Sci is the 18th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Poly Sci Majors in Michigan

Poly Sci majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 916
Master’s Degree 32
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 20
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 20
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 20
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 11
Associate Degree 8
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of poly sci majors in Michigan is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.1%
  • Black or African American: 6.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.8%
  • White: 70.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.6%
  • Other Races: 10.6%
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Jobs for Poly Sci Grads in Michigan

6,830 people in the state and 484,390 in the nation are employed in jobs related to poly sci.

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Wages for Poly Sci Jobs in Michigan

In this state, poly sci grads earn an average of $98,780. Nationwide, they make an average of $115,300.

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

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

The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 82% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 74% of students receive it.

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152 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. Most students complete their degree in 4.35 years. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $19,449.

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

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,055. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.73 years.

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60 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
23,350 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.51 years to graduate. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 95% of students receive it.

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#5

Central Michigan University

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

The full-time teacher rate is 76%. Most students complete their degree in 4.65 years. This public school has an average net price of $14,630.

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51 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
16,294 Total Students

14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public school has an average net price of $15,472. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time.

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#7

Hillsdale College

Hillsdale
48 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
1,543 Total Students

8 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 100% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years.

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#8

Oakland University

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

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 54% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,614.

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

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $19,884. The average student takes 4.64 years to complete their degree at WMU.

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#10

Kalamazoo College

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

100% of students get financical aid. The full-time teacher rate is 79%. Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years.

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

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Other Political Science & Government 14
Political Economy 7
American Government & Politics 2

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