Physical Sciences at Mississippi State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physical Sciences, take a look at what Mississippi State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Mississippi State University sits in Mississippi State, MS.
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Online Class Availability at Mississippi State University
Many students take online classes at Mississippi State University. Of 23,150 students, 3,877 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,082 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Mississippi State University
Use these rankings to compare Mississippi State University’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #58 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #77 of 110 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #284 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #409 of 532 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #58 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #77 of 110 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #284 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #409 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Mississippi State University
Students who complete Mississippi State University’s Physical Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $45,441 |
| 2 years | $38,263 |
| 3 years | $45,092 |
| 4 years | $49,631 |
| 5 years | $57,915 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from Mississippi State University take home a median $49,631, compared with $58,380 for all Mississippi State University graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Mississippi State University is $26,286.
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at Mississippi State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.