Physics at Northeastern University
If you plan to study Physics, take a look at what Northeastern University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northeastern University sits in Boston, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 46 physics graduations were recorded at Northeastern University.
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Online Class Availability at Northeastern University
Distance learning is available at Northeastern University. Of 32,553 students, 1,730 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,507 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at Northeastern University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northeastern University’s Physics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #9 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #10 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #16 of 20 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #17 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #166 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #239 of 257 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #9 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #10 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #16 of 20 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #17 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #166 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #239 of 257 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physics graduates from Northeastern University comes in at $26,797.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Physics graduates at Northeastern University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Physics graduates at Northeastern University are 28% women (13) and 72% men (33).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Northeastern University
Of the 21 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at Northeastern University, 29% were women (6) and 71% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 24% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern University, below the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at Northeastern University
Of the 14 master’s physics degrees awarded at Northeastern University, 36% were women (5) and 64% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at Northeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 14% of Physics master’s degree recipients at Northeastern University, below the national average of 21%.*
Physics Doctoral Program at Northeastern University
Among the 11 doctoral physics degrees awarded at Northeastern University, 18% were women (2) and 82% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Northeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at Northeastern University
The Physics program at Northeastern University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 46 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Graduates of the Physics program at Northeastern University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Physics graduates, 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.