Veterinary Microbiology and Immunobiology
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the microbial causation and immunologic processes related to animal disease, prevention, and treatment. Includes instruction in bacteriology, mycology, virology, immune response mechanisms, humoral and cell function, cancer defenses, immune system dysfunction, immunologic diseases, parasitology, pathogenesis, and disease vectors.
- Schools offering
- 2
- Annual completions
- 34
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $57k
About this major
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the microbial causation and immunologic processes related to animal disease, prevention, and treatment. Includes instruction in bacteriology, mycology, virology, immune response mechanisms, humoral and cell function, cancer defenses, immune system dysfunction, immunologic diseases, parasitology, pathogenesis, and disease vectors.
Examples of specialized tracks: Veterinary Microbiology and Immunobiology (Cert.), Veterinary Microbiology and Immunobiology (MS), Veterinary Microbiology and Immunobiology (PhD).
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health specialties teachers, postsecondary | $106k | +17.3% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Veterinarians | $126k | +9.6% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Animal scientists | $79k | +5.8% | Bachelor's degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$57k
Associate's vs Bachelor's — early-career earnings
Associate's
$38k
Bachelor's
$84k
Top colleges for Veterinary Microbiology and Immunobiology
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus | University Park, PA | 0 | 33 | 33 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks | Reading, PA | 0 | 1 | 1 |
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