Physics at Oregon State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physics, you may want to check out the program at Oregon State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Oregon State University is located in Corvallis, OR.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 34 physics degrees were awarded at Oregon State University.
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Studying Online at Oregon State University
Online coursework is an option at Oregon State University. Of 37,163 students, 13,083 (35%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,697 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at Oregon State University
Use these rankings to compare Oregon State University’s Physics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #34 of 89 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #82 of 89 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #151 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #176 of 257 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #34 of 89 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #82 of 89 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #151 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #176 of 257 |
Earnings for Physics Graduates from Oregon State University
Graduates of Oregon State University’s Physics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,441 |
| 2 years | $37,208 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physics graduates from Oregon State University is $25,410.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Physics graduates at Oregon State University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Physics graduates at Oregon State University are 24% women (8) and 76% men (26).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Oregon State University
Of the 22 bachelor’s physics graduates at Oregon State University, 32% were women (7) and 68% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Oregon State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 9% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Oregon State University, lower than the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at Oregon State University
Among the 4 master’s physics degrees awarded at Oregon State University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at Oregon State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
Physics Doctoral Program at Oregon State University
Among the 8 doctoral physics degrees awarded at Oregon State University, 12% were women (1) and 88% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Oregon State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at Oregon State University
This Physics program at Oregon State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 34 |
Top-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Graduates of the Physics program at Oregon State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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
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