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Michigan State University · East Lansing, MI
Michigan State University Majors Ranked by Graduate Salary
Every major at Michigan State University ranked by median earnings 4 years after graduation. National median shown for comparison.
| # | Major | US Rank | Michigan State University Salary | National Median | Premium | Degrees/Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Science | — | $75,000 | $75,000 | 0% | 410 |
| 2 | Engineering | — | $72,000 | $72,000 | 0% | 848 |
| 3 | Mathematics & Statistics | — | $62,000 | $62,000 | 0% | 132 |
| 4 | Engineering Technologies | — | $58,000 | $58,000 | 0% | 199 |
| 5 | Business | — | $55,000 | $55,000 | 0% | 1,432 |
| 6 | Health Professions | — | $52,000 | $52,000 | 0% | 317 |
| 7 | Physical Sciences | — | $48,000 | $48,000 | 0% | 165 |
| 8 | Social Sciences | — | $45,000 | $45,000 | 0% | 735 |
| 9 | Legal Professions | — | $45,000 | $45,000 | 0% | 107 |
| 10 | Biological Sciences | — | $42,000 | $42,000 | 0% | 1,221 |
| 11 | Agriculture & Natural Resources | — | $42,000 | $42,000 | 0% | 290 |
| 12 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | — | $42,000 | $42,000 | 0% | 219 |
| 13 | Homeland Security & Law Enforcement | — | $42,000 | $42,000 | 0% | 199 |
| 14 | Communication & Journalism | — | $40,000 | $40,000 | 0% | 892 |
| 15 | Natural Resources & Conservation | — | $40,000 | $40,000 | 0% | 205 |
| 16 | History | — | $40,000 | $40,000 | 0% | 49 |
| 17 | Education | — | $38,000 | $38,000 | 0% | 235 |
| 18 | Public Administration & Social Services | — | $38,000 | $38,000 | 0% | 71 |
| 19 | Foreign Languages & Linguistics | — | $38,000 | $38,000 | 0% | 55 |
| 20 | Philosophy & Religious Studies | — | $38,000 | $38,000 | 0% | 10 |
| 21 | Psychology | — | $36,000 | $36,000 | 0% | 425 |
| 22 | English Language & Literature | — | $36,000 | $36,000 | 0% | 82 |
| 23 | Parks, Recreation & Fitness | — | $35,000 | $35,000 | 0% | 312 |
| 24 | Family & Consumer Sciences | — | $35,000 | $35,000 | 0% | 76 |
| 25 | Liberal Arts & General Studies | — | $35,000 | $35,000 | 0% | 37 |
| 26 | Visual & Performing Arts | — | $34,000 | $34,000 | 0% | 248 |
What Students Study at Michigan State University
Percentage of bachelor's degrees by field.
Business/Marketing
15.4%
Biological Sciences
13.5%
Communication
9.7%
Engineering
9.1%
Social Sciences
8.6%
Psychology
5.3%
Computer Science
4.4%
Health Professions
3.4%
Parks/Recreation
3.4%
Agriculture
3.2%
Visual/Performing Arts
2.8%
Multidisciplinary
2.7%
Education
2.5%
Security/Law Enforcement
2.5%
Natural Resources
2.2%
Engineering Technology
2.1%
Highest & Lowest ROI Majors at Michigan State University
Highest-Earning Majors
Computer Science
$75,000/yr
Engineering
$72,000/yr
Mathematics & Statistics
$62,000/yr
Lowest-Earning Majors
Visual & Performing Arts
$34,000/yr
Liberal Arts & General Studies
$35,000/yr
Family & Consumer Sciences
$35,000/yr
More About Michigan State University
Data source: IPEDS, College Scorecard. Michigan State University is not affiliated with DeepColleges.