Zoology at University of Michigan-Flint
Flint, MI · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Zoology/Animal Biology
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
20
Optimistic
19
Base Case
18
Pessimistic
Earnings
$23,373/yr (-18% vs median)
AI Risk
High (46% exposed)
Job Market
Medium (29,200 openings/yr)
ROI
7.0x earnings multiple (3.2x out-of-state)
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Zoology graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $383K | $394K | $388K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 6.8x | 7.0x | 6.9x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 3.1x | 3.2x | 3.1x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 49% | 44% | 33% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 20 | 19 | 18 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$56,056
Out-of-state: $125,096 (3.2x ROI)
About University of Michigan-Flint
University of Michigan-Flint accepts 69% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, a smaller institution with 4,157 students in Flint, MI.
See all programs and financial aid at University of Michigan-Flint →Top Career Paths
Natural sciences managers
$161,180/yr
Biological scientists, all other
$93,330/yr
Biological science teachers, postsecondary
$83,460/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does University of Michigan-Flint's Zoology program score?
This program scores 19/100 — on the lower end for Zoology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
How vulnerable is Zoology to AI automation?
AI won't 'replace' Zoology careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 46% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.
Why are Zoology earnings lower at University of Michigan-Flint?
Lower starting pay at University of Michigan-Flint may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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