Physical Sciences at Stanford University
If you are interested in studying Physical Sciences, consider the program at Stanford University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Stanford University is in Stanford, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Stanford University
Many students take online classes at Stanford University. Among 18,625 students, 350 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 854 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Stanford University
Rankings can help you compare Stanford University’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #6 of 88 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #7 of 122 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #25 of 532 |
| Best Value | California | #57 of 88 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #69 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #89 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #6 of 88 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #7 of 122 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #25 of 532 |
| Best Value | California | #57 of 88 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #69 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #89 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Stanford University
Students who complete Stanford University’s Physical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $57,418 |
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at Stanford University go on to a range of careers. Below are 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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