Physical Sciences at University of Chicago
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, consider the program at University of Chicago. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Chicago is located in Chicago, IL.
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Online Class Availability at University of Chicago
Many students take online classes at University of Chicago. Among 18,566 students, 102 (1%) studied exclusively online and 0 (0%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Chicago
Use these rankings to compare University of Chicago’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 15 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 63 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #37 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #89 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #333 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 15 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 63 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #37 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #89 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #333 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Chicago
Students who complete University of Chicago’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 | $43,005 |
| 2 years | $39,909 |
| 3 years | $47,542 |
| 4 years | $81,076 |
| 5 years | $91,650 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from University of Chicago take home a median $81,076, compared with $98,855 for all University of Chicago graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at University of Chicago pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying 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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