Physical Sciences at Duke University
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, consider the program at Duke University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Duke University is located in Durham, NC.
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Studying Online at Duke University
Distance learning is available at Duke University. Of 17,499 students, 1,312 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,836 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Duke University
Students who complete Duke 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 |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $43,183 |
| 3 years | $77,669 |
| 4 years | $121,820 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from Duke University earn a median of $121,820, compared with $115,482 for all Duke University graduates — about 5% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Duke University stands at $8,457.
Highest-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at Duke University go on to a range of careers. Here are 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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