Microbiological Sciences and Immunology

Bachelor's degree · South Dakota State University · Brookings, SD

CIP 26.05

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

—Median earnings 3 years after

$57,608Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

5Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Microbiological Sciences and Immunology at South Dakota State University earn a median of $57,608. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $62,582 four years after graduating (middle half: $44,047–$83,205).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Microbiological Sciences and Immunology graduates from South Dakota State University make?

The median salary is $57,608 and $57,608 after five years.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.