Physical Sciences at University at Albany
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, take a look at what University at Albany. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University at Albany sits in Albany, NY.
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Online Class Availability at University at Albany
Many students take online classes at University at Albany. Of 17,560 students, 1,941 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,034 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University at Albany
Rankings can help you compare University at Albany’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #18 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #20 of 34 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #33 of 82 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #58 of 83 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #284 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #340 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #18 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #20 of 34 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #33 of 82 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #58 of 83 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #284 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #340 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University at Albany
Students who complete University at Albany’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 | $39,226 |
| 2 years | $31,305 |
| 3 years | $46,006 |
| 4 years | $57,585 |
| 5 years | $66,712 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from University at Albany earn a median of $57,585, compared with $64,293 for all University at Albany graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from University at Albany stands at $25,319.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at University at Albany work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying 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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