Physics at Northwestern University
If you are interested in studying Physics, consider the program at Northwestern University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northwestern University sits in Evanston, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 49 physics graduations were recorded at Northwestern University.
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Studying Online at Northwestern University
Online coursework is an option at Northwestern University. Among 23,856 students, 781 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,509 (6%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at Northwestern University
Use these rankings to compare Northwestern University’s Physics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #3 of 259 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #21 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #215 of 257 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #3 of 259 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #21 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #215 of 257 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Physics graduates at Northwestern University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Physics graduates at Northwestern University are 37% women (18) and 63% men (31).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Northwestern University
Of the 19 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at Northwestern University, 32% were women (6) and 68% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 47% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwestern University, above the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at Northwestern University
Of the 19 master’s physics degrees awarded at Northwestern University, 47% were women (9) and 53% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 15 |
Minority students account for 11% of Physics master’s degree recipients at Northwestern University, below the national average of 21%.*
Physics Doctoral Program at Northwestern University
Among the 11 doctoral physics degrees awarded at Northwestern University, 27% were women (3) and 73% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at Northwestern University
The Physics program at Northwestern University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 49 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Students who finish Physics program at Northwestern University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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.
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