We’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in zoology at MSU. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, MSU among the top schools in the country for zoology, placing at #26 out of 56 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Zoology Schools | 26 of 56 |
| Best Zoology Schools in Michigan | 1 of 2 |
| Best Zoology Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 7 of 14 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in zoology at MSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 107 |
| Master’s | 9 |
| Doctoral | 4 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Michigan State University conferred 9 master’s degrees in zoology.
MSU has not been ranked for zoology at the master’s level.
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $42,682 | $47,424 |
| Fees | $340 | $340 |
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Among recent graduates, 67% of zoology master’s degrees went to men and 33% went to women.
The largest share of zoology master’s degree graduates at MSU are White. About 67% of graduates 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 zoology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
MSU awarded 9 master’s completions in entomology in the most recent reporting year — 33% to women and 67% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (67%).
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Michigan State University conferred 4 doctoral degrees in zoology.
MSU is not currently ranked for zoology at the doctoral level.
Every one of the 4 students who graduated with a doctoral degree in zoology from MSU identified as women.
The largest share of zoology doctoral degree graduates at MSU are White. Roughly 75% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Michigan State University with a doctoral in zoology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
MSU granted 3 doctoral degrees in entomology recently — 100% to women and 0% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (67%).
MSU granted 1 doctoral degree in zoology/animal biology recently — 100% to women and 0% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (100%).
Undergraduate study is also available at MSU. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Zoology | 107 |