Physical Sciences at Emory University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physical Sciences, take a look at what Emory University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Emory University is located in Atlanta, GA.
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Studying Online at Emory University
Distance learning is available at Emory University. Among 15,175 students, 925 (6%) studied exclusively online and 4,596 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Emory University
Rankings can help you compare Emory University’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #3 of 15 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #14 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #34 of 110 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #94 of 110 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #3 of 15 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #14 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #34 of 110 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #94 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #218 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #428 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Emory University
Graduates of Emory 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 |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $20,784 |
| 2 years | $35,036 |
| 4 years | $54,509 |
| 5 years | $64,937 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from Emory University report median earnings of $54,509, compared with $80,816 for all Emory University graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from Emory University comes in at $20,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at Emory University work across a variety of fields. Below 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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