Physical Sciences at Clemson University
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, take a look at what Clemson University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Clemson University is in Clemson, SC.
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Online & Distance Learning at Clemson University
Many students take online classes at Clemson University. Among 29,077 students, 2,046 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,006 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Clemson University
Graduates of Clemson University’s Physical Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $36,132 |
| 3 years | $49,809 |
| 4 years | $58,124 |
| 5 years | $66,215 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Physical Sciences graduates from Clemson University take home a median $58,124, compared with $66,054 for all Clemson University graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Clemson University comes in at $23,750.
Highest-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at Clemson University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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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