Physics at Florida State University
If you plan to study Physics, consider the program at Florida State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Florida State University sits in Tallahassee, FL.
During the most recent reporting year, 36 physics degrees were awarded at Florida State University.
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Studying Online at Florida State University
Online coursework is an option at Florida State University. Of 43,889 students, 5,761 (13%) studied exclusively online and 21,571 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at Florida State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Florida State University’s Physics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Florida | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #18 of 35 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #57 of 257 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #112 of 259 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Florida | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #18 of 35 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #57 of 257 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #112 of 259 |
Earnings for Physics Graduates from Florida State University
Graduates of Florida State University’s Physics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,649 |
| 2 years | $61,715 |
| 4 years | $63,991 |
| 5 years | $76,659 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Physics graduates from Florida State University earn a median of $63,991, compared with $60,228 for all Florida State University graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physics graduates from Florida State University comes in at $20,765.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Physics graduates at Florida State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Physics graduates at Florida State University are 28% women (10) and 72% men (26).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Florida State University
Among the 15 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at Florida State University, 27% were women (4) and 73% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Florida State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 27% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Florida State University, lower than the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at Florida State University
Of the 5 master’s physics degrees awarded at Florida State University, 20% were women (1) and 80% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at Florida State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Physics Doctoral Program at Florida State University
Among the 16 doctoral physics graduates at Florida State University, 31% were women (5) and 69% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Florida State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Florida State University, above 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 Florida State University
This Physics program at Florida State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 30 |
| Other Physics | 6 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Students who finish Physics program at Florida State University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Physics majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.