Physics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
If you plan to study Physics, you may want to check out the program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute sits in Troy, NY.
During the most recent reporting year, 48 physics graduations were recorded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Online coursework is an option at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Of 7,040 students, 171 (2%) studied exclusively online and 3 (0%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Use these rankings to compare Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s Physics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #3 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #9 of 36 |
| Best Value | New York | #12 of 15 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #30 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #43 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #241 of 257 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #3 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #9 of 36 |
| Best Value | New York | #12 of 15 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #30 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #43 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #241 of 257 |
Earnings for Physics Graduates from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Those who finish Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s Physics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,448 |
| 2 years | $69,338 |
| 3 years | $79,810 |
| 4 years | $88,071 |
| 5 years | $111,815 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Physics graduates from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute report median earnings of $88,071, compared with $100,392 for all Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physics graduates from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute stands at $20,270.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Physics graduates at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Physics graduates at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute are 29% women (14) and 71% men (34).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Of the 37 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 32% were women (12) and 68% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 32% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, higher than the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Among the 3 master’s physics degrees awarded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Physics master’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, higher than the national average of 21%.*
Physics Doctoral Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Among the 8 doctoral physics degrees awarded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 12% were women (1) and 88% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, below the national average of 14%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
The Physics program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 43 |
| Other Physics | 5 |
Top-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Graduates of the Physics program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute pursue many career paths. Here 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
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