Genetics
Bachelor's degree · Michigan State University · East Lansing, MI
$26,713Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$55,404Median earnings 4 years after
$59,887Median earnings 5 years after
$25,000Median federal debt
81Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Genetics at Michigan State University earn a median of $26,713 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $66,076 four years after graduating (middle half: $45,367–$85,311). Median debt is $25,000, about 94% of first-year earnings.
Other programs at Michigan State University
- Business/Commerce, GeneralMaster's degree
$133,992 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralMaster's degree
$120,834 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$117,756 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$104,677 - Veterinary MedicineFirst professional degree
$100,429 - Human Resources Management and ServicesMaster's degree
$99,526 - Management Sciences and Quantitative MethodsMaster's degree
$96,585 - Pharmacology and ToxicologyMaster's degree
$93,234 - Food Science and TechnologyMaster's degree
$92,232 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$86,192 - Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree
$83,934 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree
$83,874 - Educational Administration and SupervisionDoctoral degree
$82,912 - MarketingMaster's degree
$81,245 - Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$80,259 - PhysicsDoctoral degree
$80,184 - Chemical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$79,023 - Materials EngineeringBachelor's degree
$78,276 - Engineering-Related FieldsBachelor's degree
$76,563 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsMaster's degree
$75,435
Frequently asked questions
How much do Genetics graduates from Michigan State University make?
The median salary is $26,713 one year after graduation and $59,887 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.