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Best Colleges for Biology in Michigan

The best colleges for a Biology degree in Michigan, led by University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Michigan State University and Western Michigan University. Each school is shown with its acceptance rate, tuition, and average SAT so you can weigh Biology programs side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best college for Biology in Michigan?

Based on our rankings, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is the top-ranked college for Biology in Michigan. Other top choices include Michigan State University, Western Michigan University, Hillsdale College.

What are the best Biology schools?

The best Biology schools, based on program-specific federal data including median earnings and graduate counts, are University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Michigan State University, Western Michigan University. Our rankings use College Scorecard field-of-study data rather than editorial opinion.

How much does it cost to study Biology?

The average out-of-state tuition among top Biology programs is approximately $32,945 per year. However, costs vary significantly — many schools offer generous financial aid packages that can reduce the effective cost.

How long does it take to get a Biology degree?

A bachelor's degree in Biology typically takes four years of full-time study. Some programs offer accelerated tracks or combined bachelor's-to-master's options that can extend or shorten the timeline.

How are these Biology rankings determined?

Our major rankings are independently calculated from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard field-of-study (CIP) data — primarily median earnings 4 years after graduation and program scale (graduate count), with a 10+ annual graduates minimum per program. They are not derived from US News or any other publication.

Career outcomes for Biology graduates

Among the top 10 ranked Biology programs, the average early-career salary is approximately $59,981 per year. Below are the highest-paying Biology programs based on federal College Scorecard earnings data reported by graduates four years after completion.

  1. 1. University of Michigan-Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, MI · 15.6% acceptance · SAT 1,465 · $60,946 tuition · 93% grad rate
  2. 2. Michigan State University — East Lansing, MI · 84.8% acceptance · SAT 1,269 · $43,842 tuition · 81% grad rate
  3. 3. Western Michigan University — Kalamazoo, MI · 84.6% acceptance · $19,034 tuition · 58% grad rate
  4. 4. Hillsdale College — Hillsdale, MI · 20.7% acceptance · SAT 1,415 · $33,189 tuition · 90% grad rate
  5. 5. Hope College — Holland, MI · 79.2% acceptance · SAT 1,249 · $41,970 tuition · 80% grad rate
  6. 6. University of Michigan-Dearborn — Dearborn, MI · 55.6% acceptance · SAT 1,115 · $32,896 tuition · 58% grad rate
  7. 7. Oakland University — Rochester Hills, MI · 87.8% acceptance · SAT 1,120 · $23,188 tuition · 58% grad rate
  8. 8. Saginaw Valley State University — University Center, MI · 72.1% acceptance · SAT 1,052 · $30,450 tuition · 48% grad rate
  9. 9. Wayne State University — Detroit, MI · 81.2% acceptance · SAT 1,156 · $32,037 tuition · 58% grad rate
  10. 10. University of Michigan-Flint — Flint, MI · 70.5% acceptance · SAT 1,102 · $28,320 tuition · 40% grad rate
  11. 11. Kalamazoo College — Kalamazoo, MI · 75.3% acceptance · SAT 1,280 · $61,050 tuition · 76% grad rate
  12. 12. Siena Heights University — Adrian, MI · 68.9% acceptance · SAT 954 · $30,778 tuition · 45% grad rate
  13. 13. Adrian College — Adrian, MI · 72.5% acceptance · SAT 1,034 · $41,684 tuition · 48% grad rate
  14. 14. Central Michigan University — Mount Pleasant, MI · 89.8% acceptance · SAT 1,091 · $14,760 tuition · 59% grad rate
  15. 15. Madonna University — Livonia, MI · 63.4% acceptance · SAT 980 · $28,440 tuition · 60% grad rate
  16. 16. Albion College — Albion, MI · 80.7% acceptance · $56,950 tuition · 62% grad rate
  17. 17. Calvin University — Grand Rapids, MI · 70.9% acceptance · SAT 1,233 · $39,350 tuition · 74% grad rate
  18. 18. Ferris State University — Big Rapids, MI · 91.4% acceptance · SAT 1,012 · $14,778 tuition · 47% grad rate
  19. 19. Northern Michigan University — Marquette, MI · 84% acceptance · $19,773 tuition · 52% grad rate
  20. 20. Lake Superior State University — Sault Ste Marie, MI · $14,890 tuition · 51% grad rate
  21. 21. Eastern Michigan University — Ypsilanti, MI · 79.6% acceptance · SAT 1,066 · $16,240 tuition · 46% grad rate
  22. 22. Aquinas College — Grand Rapids, MI · 89.9% acceptance · SAT 1,025 · $40,218 tuition · 65% grad rate

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