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University of Michigan

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
17.9%
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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.

ProgramUS RankUniversity of Michigan SalaryNational MedianPremium
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.

50 ROI Score
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.

ProgramUS RankUniversity of Michigan SalaryNational MedianPremium
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%

University of Michigan Salary & ROI FAQs

What do University of Michigan graduates actually earn?
University of Michigan graduates earn a median of $83,648 10 years post-graduation, up from $73,762 at 6 years out. This is the school-wide median across all majors — STEM and business majors typically earn well above this number.
Which majors at University of Michigan have the highest salary?
Top-earning majors at University of Michigan include Computer Science ($101,250); Engineering ($97,200); Mathematics & Statistics ($83,700). Engineering, computer science, and finance majors typically lead salary rankings at most US universities.
Is a University of Michigan degree worth the cost?
A 4-year University of Michigan degree costs about $36,160 for the average family (after aid). Median grads earn $83,648/yr at 10 years out — meaning most graduates pay back the cost within a few years of full-time work.
How much debt do University of Michigan students graduate with?
Median federal loan debt for University of Michigan graduates is $19,500. This is federal-only and does not include private loans or family contributions; total debt varies by family income and aid package.
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Data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS. University of Michigan is not affiliated with DeepColleges.