Physical Sciences at University of Arizona
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, consider the program at University of Arizona. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Arizona is located in Tucson, AZ.
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Studying Online at University of Arizona
Many students take online classes at University of Arizona. Of 56,365 students, 12,481 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 23,089 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Arizona
Use these rankings to compare University of Arizona’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #1 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #7 of 54 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #13 of 14 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #36 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #144 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #246 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #1 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #7 of 54 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #13 of 14 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #36 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #144 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #246 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Arizona
Those who finish University of Arizona’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 | $71,558 |
| 2 years | $73,906 |
| 3 years | $76,465 |
| 4 years | $93,585 |
| 5 years | $105,702 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from University of Arizona take home a median $93,585, compared with $66,225 for all University of Arizona graduates — about 41% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from University of Arizona comes in at $24,075.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at University of Arizona work across a variety of fields. Below are 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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