Physical Sciences at Tennessee Technological University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physical Sciences, consider the program at Tennessee Technological University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Tennessee Technological University is located in Cookeville, TN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Tennessee Technological University
Many students take online classes at Tennessee Technological University. Among 10,511 students, 1,033 (10%) studied exclusively online and 3,063 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Tennessee Technological University
Use these rankings to compare Tennessee Technological University’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #49 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #91 of 110 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Tennessee Technological University
Those who finish Tennessee Technological 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 | $28,873 |
| 2 years | $29,926 |
| 4 years | $45,419 |
| 5 years | $57,440 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from Tennessee Technological University take home a median $45,419, compared with $56,495 for all Tennessee Technological University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from Tennessee Technological University is $20,104.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at Tennessee Technological University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-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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