Biology at University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI · Bachelor's Degree · about 141 graduates a year
University of Detroit Mercy graduates in biology earn 61% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 22% of one year’s pay at that point.
How University of Detroit Mercy Compares for Biology
All 841 colleges reporting biology earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlow University Pittsburgh, PA | $134,677 | $136,968 | #1 | $36,211 |
| 2 | Providence College Providence, RI | $93,757 | $92,341 | #6 | $39,616 |
| 3 | Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ | $93,200 | $81,800 | #17 | $27,759 |
| 4 | College of the Holy Cross Worcester, MA | $92,914 | $81,821 | #16 | $43,276 |
| 5 | University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI | $91,888 | $96,885 | #2 | $19,882 |
| 6 | Yeshiva University New York, NY | $90,456 | $86,095 | #9 | $21,104 |
| 7 | Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH | $90,431 | $96,503 | #3 | $38,548 |
| 8 | Marquette University Milwaukee, WI | $88,921 | $92,527 | #5 | $28,555 |
| 9 | Union College Schenectady, NY | $87,208 | $83,004 | #14 | — |
| 10 | Dartmouth College Hanover, NH | $87,026 | $80,160 | #19 | $36,525 |
Other Majors at University of Detroit Mercy by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | $104,683 | $78,552 | #19 of 318 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $89,540 | $37,972 | #57 of 1176 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $86,600 | — | #68 of 166 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $81,602 | $75,063 | #663 of 966 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | $63,364 | $50,234 | #58 of 76 |
| Architecture | $62,939 | — | #59 of 78 |
| Public Health | $55,002 | $35,598 | #128 of 215 |
| Social Work | $50,535 | — | #249 of 420 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do University of Detroit Mercy biology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $19,882 one year after graduating and $91,888 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does University of Detroit Mercy rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, University of Detroit Mercy ranks #5 by median pay four years after graduation, and #2 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at University of Detroit Mercy worth it?
Its graduates earn 61% more than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $20,500.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.