Physical Sciences at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, consider the program at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona is in Pomona, CA.
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Online Class Availability at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Online coursework is an option at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona. Of 27,636 students, 742 (3%) studied exclusively online and 14,977 (54%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Rankings can help you compare California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Nationwide | #130 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #231 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Graduates of California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’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 | $38,790 |
| 2 years | $40,766 |
| 3 years | $45,782 |
| 4 years | $50,611 |
| 5 years | $68,956 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Physical Sciences graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona report median earnings of $50,611, compared with $71,805 for all California State Polytechnic University-Pomona graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physical Sciences graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona stands at $22,042.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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