Compare 9 Biophysics. programs in Michigan. Average earnings: $41,506.
With top graduates earning $61,384, Biophysics stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $20K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Oakland University's Biophysics program leads with graduates earning $61,384, well above the $41,506 average across Michigan's 9 programs. Michigan State follows at $58,900, while University of Michigan-Ann Arbor graduates earn $54,057—demonstrating that program outcomes don't mirror overall school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Oakland University graduates borrow $22,750 and face just an 8.0% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. That means loan payments take a manageable bite out of their post-grad income, making strong outcomes accessible.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oakland UniversityPublic | $61,384 | 17 | $22,750 | Good | $17,858 | Manageable |
| #2 | $58,900 | 90 | $23,250 | Good | $37,401 | High | |
| #3 | $54,057 | 233 | $19,500 | Good | $30,250 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $49,124 | 23 | $25,000 | Manageable | $16,878 | Challenging | |
| #5 | University Of Detroit MercyPrivate | $48,432 | 12 | $23,250 | Manageable | $22,484 | High |
| #6 | $30,141 | 19 | $24,500 | High | $26,392 | High | |
| #7 | Calvin UniversityPrivate | $29,685 | 39 | $23,250 | High | $33,900 | High |
| #8 | $26,896 | 27 | $25,000 | High | $12,953 | High | |
| #9 | $14,935 | 12 | $22,500 | High | $16,132 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
