Physical Sciences at Indiana University-Indianapolis
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, take a look at what Indiana University-Indianapolis. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Indiana University-Indianapolis is located in Indianapolis, IN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Indiana University-Indianapolis
Online coursework is an option at Indiana University-Indianapolis. Of 22,534 students, 3,022 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,340 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Indiana University-Indianapolis
Use these rankings to compare Indiana University-Indianapolis’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #40 of 63 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #146 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #342 of 532 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #40 of 63 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #146 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #342 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis
Students who complete Indiana University-Indianapolis’s Physical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,884 |
| 2 years | $36,992 |
| 3 years | $49,145 |
| 4 years | $52,352 |
| 5 years | $58,028 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Physical Sciences graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis report median earnings of $52,352, compared with $67,436 for all Indiana University-Indianapolis graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis is $21,902.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physical Sciences program at Indiana University-Indianapolis pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Physical Sciences majors, 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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