Michigan · Computational Science

Best Computational Science institutions in Michigan, ranked by earnings

Computational Science is an interdisciplinary program that focuses on using advanced computing capabilities to tackle complex scientific problems. This field combines elements of computer science, mathematics, and various scientific…

Institutions
2
offering CIP 30.30
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
208
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
70%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Data Scientists
$102,030
BLS OEWS 2024

2 institutions offering Computational Science in Michigan

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Michigan State University
East Lansing Public
12081%
2University of Michigan - Dearborn
Dearborn Public
8858%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Data Scientists (SOC 15-2051).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+33.5%
Much faster than average
Openings / yr (US)
~23,400
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$112,590
typically Bachelor's degree

What Data Scientists earn in Michigan

Jobs in Michigan
6,450
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$102,030
median $99,470
Best-paying metro
$108,050
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI

Related careers

Computer Occupations, All Other
$103,850 avg · 7,400 jobs
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$102,030 avg · 6,450 jobs
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$72,480 avg · 5,350 jobs
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
$108,560 avg · 840 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Computational Science programs in Michigan.

How much do Data Scientists earn in Michigan?+

The average annual wage for Data Scientists in Michigan is $102,030 (median $99,470), across about 6,450 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Computational Science program?+

Computational Science is an interdisciplinary program that focuses on using advanced computing capabilities to tackle complex scientific problems. This field combines elements of computer science, mathematics, and various scientific…

What is the job outlook for Data Scientists?+

The national job outlook is about +33.5% growth with around 23,400 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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