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Cheapest Microbiological Sciences and Immunology Colleges in Michigan

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Michigan State University graduates in microbiology earn $34,420 starting salaries, more than double the $16,169 at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor despite similar tuition costs. This earnings gap reflects different career paths within the field, from pharmaceutical research to clinical laboratory work. Michigan's pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, including companies like Pfizer and Perrigo, creates steady demand for microbiologists. Net costs across the state's five programs range from $10,904 to $20,751.
5
Programs
$10,904 – $20,751
Net Price Range
$25,295
Avg. Program Earnings
70.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Microbiological Sciences and Immunology Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $10,904 $14,944 56.6% 54.1%
2 $14,832 $17,228 93.2% 17.7%
3 $17,096 $14,628 68.6% 90.4%
4 $17,485 $13,304 50.8% 70.6%
5 $20,751 $15,988 82.2% 88.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $18,251 salary difference between Michigan State and U-M Ann Arbor microbiology graduates?

Michigan State graduates earn $34,420 compared to $16,169 at U-M Ann Arbor, likely reflecting different specialization tracks and career placement patterns. U-M Ann Arbor's 93.20% graduation rate suggests many students continue to graduate school, which temporarily reduces early career earnings data.

How does the Michigan Achievement Scholarship affect microbiology program costs?

The scholarship provides up to $5,500 for in-state students, which significantly reduces costs at programs like Northern Michigan University where in-state tuition is $13,304. Combined with the scholarship, students can access quality microbiology education for under $8,000 annually in tuition.

Does University of Michigan-Dearborn offer the same microbiology research opportunities as Ann Arbor?

While both are U-M campuses, Dearborn's $10,904 net cost is $3,928 less than Ann Arbor's program. Dearborn's 54.10% acceptance rate versus Ann Arbor's 17.69% indicates different admission standards, though both provide access to University of Michigan resources and faculty networks.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.