Physical Sciences at Baylor University
If you are interested in studying Physical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Baylor University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Baylor University is located in Waco, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at Baylor University
Distance learning is available at Baylor University. Among 20,626 students, 3,066 (15%) studied exclusively online and 4,899 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Baylor University
Use these rankings to compare Baylor University’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #8 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #13 of 54 |
| Best Value | Texas | #27 of 27 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #53 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #264 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #525 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #8 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #13 of 54 |
| Best Value | Texas | #27 of 27 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #53 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #264 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #525 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Baylor University
Students who complete Baylor University’s Physical Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $39,868 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 4 years | $53,430 |
| 5 years | $68,294 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from Baylor University report median earnings of $53,430, compared with $68,798 for all Baylor University graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Baylor University stands at $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at Baylor University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Physical Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Digital Forensics Analysts | $119,226 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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