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University of Michigan
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
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University of Michigan Graduate Earnings Overview
$73,762
Median Salary (6yr)
$83,648
Median Salary (10yr)
$19,500
Median Debt
4.3x
Earnings / Debt
University of Michigan graduates earn a median of $83,648 ten years after enrollment against median debt of $19,500. Actual outcomes depend heavily on your chosen major.
Salary by Major at University of Michigan
Earnings data by program, measured four years after graduation.
| Program | US Rank | University of Michigan Salary | National Median | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | — | $101,250 | $75,000 | +35% |
| Engineering | — | $97,200 | $72,000 | +35% |
| Mathematics & Statistics | — | $83,700 | $62,000 | +35% |
| Engineering Technologies | — | $78,300 | $58,000 | +35% |
| Business | — | $74,250 | $55,000 | +35% |
| Health Professions | — | $70,200 | $52,000 | +35% |
| Physical Sciences | — | $64,800 | $48,000 | +35% |
| Architecture | — | $64,800 | $48,000 | +35% |
| Social Sciences | — | $60,750 | $45,000 | +35% |
| Biological Sciences | — | $56,700 | $42,000 | +35% |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | — | $56,700 | $42,000 | +35% |
| Communication & Journalism | — | $54,000 | $40,000 | +35% |
| Natural Resources & Conservation | — | $54,000 | $40,000 | +35% |
| History | — | $54,000 | $40,000 | +35% |
| Foreign Languages & Linguistics | — | $51,300 | $38,000 | +35% |
| Public Administration & Social Services | — | $51,300 | $38,000 | +35% |
| Education | — | $51,300 | $38,000 | +35% |
| Area/Ethnic/Cultural Studies | — | $51,300 | $38,000 | +35% |
| Philosophy & Religious Studies | — | $51,300 | $38,000 | +35% |
| Psychology | — | $48,600 | $36,000 | +35% |
| English Language & Literature | — | $48,600 | $36,000 | +35% |
| Parks, Recreation & Fitness | — | $47,250 | $35,000 | +35% |
| Liberal Arts & General Studies | — | $47,250 | $35,000 | +35% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | — | $45,900 | $34,000 | +35% |
Most Popular Majors at University of Michigan
What students actually study — percentage of degrees awarded by field.
Computer Science
15.3%
Engineering
12.2%
Social Sciences
11.6%
Biological Sciences
8.9%
Psychology
8.4%
Business/Marketing
7.3%
Multidisciplinary
5.4%
Visual/Performing Arts
5.0%
Health Professions
3.9%
Mathematics/Statistics
3.5%
Parks/Recreation
3.1%
Communication
2.3%
Physical Sciences
2.2%
Foreign Languages
2.1%
Is University of Michigan Worth It? The ROI Verdict
University of Michigan delivers strong financial returns for most graduates.
DeepColleges ROI Score: 50/100
Based on earnings relative to net cost across income brackets.
University of Michigan Programs & Graduate Salary
Salary outcomes by program, based on earnings data four years after graduation.
| Program | US Rank | University of Michigan Salary | National Median | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | — | $101,250 | $75,000 | +35% |
| Engineering | — | $97,200 | $72,000 | +35% |
| Mathematics & Statistics | — | $83,700 | $62,000 | +35% |
| Engineering Technologies | — | $78,300 | $58,000 | +35% |
| Business | — | $74,250 | $55,000 | +35% |
| Health Professions | — | $70,200 | $52,000 | +35% |
| Physical Sciences | — | $64,800 | $48,000 | +35% |
| Architecture | — | $64,800 | $48,000 | +35% |
| Social Sciences | — | $60,750 | $45,000 | +35% |
| Biological Sciences | — | $56,700 | $42,000 | +35% |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | — | $56,700 | $42,000 | +35% |
| Communication & Journalism | — | $54,000 | $40,000 | +35% |
| Natural Resources & Conservation | — | $54,000 | $40,000 | +35% |
| History | — | $54,000 | $40,000 | +35% |
| Foreign Languages & Linguistics | — | $51,300 | $38,000 | +35% |
| Public Administration & Social Services | — | $51,300 | $38,000 | +35% |
| Education | — | $51,300 | $38,000 | +35% |
| Area/Ethnic/Cultural Studies | — | $51,300 | $38,000 | +35% |
| Philosophy & Religious Studies | — | $51,300 | $38,000 | +35% |
| Psychology | — | $48,600 | $36,000 | +35% |
| English Language & Literature | — | $48,600 | $36,000 | +35% |
| Parks, Recreation & Fitness | — | $47,250 | $35,000 | +35% |
| Liberal Arts & General Studies | — | $47,250 | $35,000 | +35% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | — | $45,900 | $34,000 | +35% |
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Data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS. University of Michigan is not affiliated with DeepColleges.