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Astrophysics at Michigan State University

We've gathered data and other essential information about the program, such as the ethnicity of students, how many students graduated in recent times, and more. We've also included details on how Michigan State ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in astrophysical sciences.

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Astrophysics Degrees Available at Michigan State

• Bachelor’s Degree in Astrophysical Sciences
• Master’s Degree in Astrophysical Sciences
• Doctorate Degree in Astrophysical Sciences

Michigan State Astrophysical Sciences Rankings

The bachelor's program at Michigan State was ranked #7 on College Factual's Best Schools for astrophysical sciences list. It is also ranked #1 in Michigan.

Ranking Type	Rank
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k)	1
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k)	1
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income Over $110k)	1
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income Over $110k)	1
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (With Aid)	1
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k)	1
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (Income Over $110k)	2
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income Over $110k)	2
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (With Aid)	2
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (With Aid)	2
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k)	3
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (With Aid)	3
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k)	3
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k)	4
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k)	4
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k)	4
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k)	4
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k)	4
Best Astrophysics Bachelor’s Degree Schools	5
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics	5
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k)	5
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k)	5
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics	5
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k)	6
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k)	6
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k)	6
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics	6
Highest Paid Master’s Degree Astrophysics Graduates	6
Best Astrophysics Master’s Degree Schools	6
Best Astrophysics Doctor’s Degree Schools	6
Highest Paid Doctor’s Degree Astrophysics Graduates	6
Best Astrophysics Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans	6
Best Astrophysics Schools	7
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k)	7
Highest Paid Bachelor’s Degree Astrophysics Graduates	7
Best Astrophysics Graduate Degree Schools	7
Best Value Graduate Degree Colleges for Astrophysics	7
Best Astrophysics Master’s Degree Colleges for Veterans	7
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics	8
Best Astrophysics Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans	8
Best Astrophysics Graduate Degree Colleges for Veterans	8
Best Astrophysics Colleges for Veterans	11
Highest Paid Astrophysics Graduates	12

Popularity of Astrophysical Sciences at Michigan State

During the 2020-2021 academic year, Michigan State University handed out 15 bachelor's degrees in astrophysics. This is a decrease of 6% over the previous year when 16 degrees were handed out.

In 2021, 3 students received their master’s degree in astrophysical sciences from Michigan State. This makes it the #6 most popular school for astrophysical sciences master’s degree candidates in the country.

In addition, 4 students received their doctoral degrees in astrophysical sciences in 2021, making the school the #6 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.

Michigan State Astrophysical Sciences Students

Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the astrophysical sciences majors at Michigan State University.

Michigan State Astrophysics Bachelor’s Program

During the 2020-2021 academic year, 15 astrophysical sciences majors earned their bachelor's degree from Michigan State. Of these graduates, 67% were men and 33% were women.

The majority of the students with this major are white. About 60% of 2021 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 astrophysical sciences.

Ethnic Background	Number of Students
Asian	2
Black or African American	0
Hispanic or Latino	1
White	9
Non-Resident Aliens	2
Other Races	1

Michigan State Astrophysics Master’s Program

For the most recent academic year available, 67% of astrophysical sciences master's degrees went to men and 33% went to 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, 100% 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 astrophysical sciences.

Ethnic Background	Number of Students
Asian	0
Black or African American	0
Hispanic or Latino	0
White	3
Non-Resident Aliens	0
Other Races	0

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• O*NET Online
• Image Credit: By Jeffness under License

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