Physics at University at Buffalo
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physics, you may want to check out the program at University at Buffalo. Get started with the following essential facts.
University at Buffalo is in Buffalo, NY.
During the most recent reporting year, 38 physics degrees were awarded at University at Buffalo.
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Online & Distance Learning at University at Buffalo
Many students take online classes at University at Buffalo. Of 31,903 students, 2,663 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,527 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at University at Buffalo
Rankings can help you compare University at Buffalo’s Physics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #6 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #12 of 16 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #14 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #25 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #132 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #186 of 257 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #6 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #12 of 16 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #14 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #25 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #132 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #186 of 257 |
Earnings for Physics Graduates from University at Buffalo
Graduates of University at Buffalo’s Physics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,444 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Physics graduates at University at Buffalo, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Physics graduates at University at Buffalo are 18% women (7) and 82% men (31).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at University at Buffalo
Among the 23 bachelor’s physics graduates at University at Buffalo, 13% were women (3) and 87% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at University at Buffalo.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 13% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at University at Buffalo, below the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at University at Buffalo
Of the 8 master’s physics graduates at University at Buffalo, 12% were women (1) and 88% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at University at Buffalo.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 12% of Physics master’s degree recipients at University at Buffalo, lower than the national average of 21%.*
Physics Doctoral Program at University at Buffalo
Of the 7 doctoral physics degrees awarded at University at Buffalo, 43% were women (3) and 57% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at University at Buffalo.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at University at Buffalo
The Physics program at University at Buffalo breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 35 |
| Theoretical & Mathematical Physics | 3 |
Best-Paid Careers for Physics Graduates
Those who complete Physics program at University at Buffalo work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Physics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Physicists | $111,776 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,685 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.