by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Michigan State ranks among other schools offering degrees in biology.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for biology majors, Michigan State came in at #17. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in Michigan.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Biology Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 16 |
| Best General Biology Schools | 17 |
| Best General Biology Doctor’s Degree Schools | 25 |
| Best General Biology Graduate Degree Schools | 39 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Michigan State University handed out 521 bachelor's degrees in general biology. This is an increase of 9% over the previous year when 477 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 2 students received their master’s degree in biology from Michigan State. This makes it the #342 most popular school for biology master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 5 students received their doctoral degrees in biology in 2022, making the school the #89 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
The median salary of biology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Michigan State is $26,435. This is less than $32,337, which is the national median of all biology majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Michigan State, biology students borrow a median amount of $55,828 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $27,650 for all biology majors across the country.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the biology program at Michigan State is $599 per month.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Michigan State paid an average of $1,457 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $564 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,930 | $43,700 |
| Fees | $340 | $340 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,334 | $1,334 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,754 | $11,754 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,592 | $3,592 |
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Of the 521 students who earned a bachelor's degree in General Biology from Michigan State in 2021-2022, 36% were men and 64% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 64% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor's in biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 86 |
| Black or African American | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 30 |
| White | 335 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 23 |
Online degrees for the Michigan State biology bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Michigan State Online Learning page.
Of the 6 students who earned a master's degree in General Biology from Michigan State in 2021-2022, 50% were men and 50% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at Michigan State are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 67% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Michigan State University with a master's in biology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biology majors at Michigan State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | 277 |
| Physiology & Pathology Sciences | 142 |
| Zoology | 129 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | 90 |
| Genetics | 90 |
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