Physics at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physics, you may want to check out the program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Colorado State University-Fort Collins is located in Fort Collins, CO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 26 physics degrees were awarded at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
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Studying Online at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Online coursework is an option at Colorado State University-Fort Collins. Of 34,096 students, 4,704 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,022 (21%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
These rankings give you a sense of how Colorado State University-Fort Collins’s Physics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 14 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #9 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #131 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #184 of 257 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 14 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #9 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #131 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #184 of 257 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Physics graduates at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Physics graduates at Colorado State University-Fort Collins are 15% women (4) and 85% men (22).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Among the 11 bachelor’s physics graduates at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, 18% were women (2) and 82% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, lower than the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Among the 9 master’s physics degrees awarded at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, 22% were women (2) and 78% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 11% of Physics master’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, below the national average of 21%.*
Physics Doctoral Program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Of the 6 doctoral physics graduates at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 33% of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, higher than the national average of 14%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
This Physics program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 26 |
Top-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Those who complete Physics program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Physics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Physicists | $111,776 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,685 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
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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