Physical Sciences at The University of Texas Permian Basin
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physical Sciences, consider the program at The University of Texas Permian Basin. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
The University of Texas Permian Basin is located in Odessa, TX.
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Studying Online at The University of Texas Permian Basin
Many students take online classes at The University of Texas Permian Basin. Among 5,585 students, 2,871 (51%) studied exclusively online and 1,917 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from The University of Texas Permian Basin
Students who complete The University of Texas Permian Basin’s Physical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $42,188 |
| 3 years | $57,396 |
| 4 years | $60,021 |
| 5 years | $55,699 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from The University of Texas Permian Basin earn a median of $60,021, compared with $58,462 for all The University of Texas Permian Basin graduates — about 3% higher than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at The University of Texas Permian Basin pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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