Physical Sciences at Portland State University
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Portland State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Portland State University sits in Portland, OR.
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Studying Online at Portland State University
Many students take online classes at Portland State University. Among 19,951 students, 3,460 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,027 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Portland State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Portland State University’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Oregon | #1 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #6 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #86 of 122 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #89 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #205 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #394 of 532 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Nationwide | #205 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #394 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Portland State University
Those who finish Portland State University’s Physical Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $44,052 |
| 2 years | $45,411 |
| 3 years | $44,410 |
| 4 years | $62,271 |
| 5 years | $74,049 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from Portland State University report median earnings of $62,271, compared with $56,923 for all Portland State University graduates — about 9% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Portland State University is $25,989.
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physical Sciences program at Portland 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
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