Physical Sciences at California State University-Fullerton
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physical Sciences, consider the program at California State University-Fullerton. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Fullerton sits in Fullerton, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-Fullerton
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Fullerton. Among 43,662 students, 3,776 (9%) studied exclusively online and 23,263 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at California State University-Fullerton
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Fullerton’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Nationwide | #4 of 530 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #18 of 122 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #19 of 88 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #20 of 122 |
| Best Value | California | #23 of 88 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #67 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from California State University-Fullerton
Those who finish California State University-Fullerton’s Physical Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,737 |
| 2 years | $34,309 |
| 3 years | $62,570 |
| 4 years | $65,717 |
| 5 years | $79,103 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from California State University-Fullerton earn a median of $65,717, compared with $67,546 for all California State University-Fullerton graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from California State University-Fullerton stands at $16,900.
Highest-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at California State University-Fullerton work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Physical Sciences graduates, 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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