Physical Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, consider the program at The University of Texas at Austin. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
The University of Texas at Austin is in Austin, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Texas at Austin
Online coursework is an option at The University of Texas at Austin. Of 53,864 students, 257 (0%) studied exclusively online and 19,713 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at The University of Texas at Austin
Use these rankings to compare The University of Texas at Austin’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #3 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #3 of 27 |
| Best Value | Texas | #21 of 27 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #46 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #93 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #352 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #3 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #3 of 27 |
| Best Value | Texas | #21 of 27 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #46 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #93 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #352 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from The University of Texas at Austin
Students who complete The University of Texas at Austin’s Physical Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $48,523 |
| 2 years | $59,303 |
| 3 years | $53,016 |
| 4 years | $89,137 |
| 5 years | $78,456 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from The University of Texas at Austin earn a median of $89,137, compared with $77,647 for all The University of Texas at Austin graduates — about 15% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from The University of Texas at Austin is $20,142.
Highest-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at The University of Texas at Austin pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Physical Sciences majors, 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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