Physical Sciences at University of Colorado Boulder
If you are interested in studying Physical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Colorado Boulder. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Colorado Boulder is located in Boulder, CO.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Colorado Boulder
Distance learning is available at University of Colorado Boulder. Of 38,799 students, 797 (2%) studied exclusively online and 14,197 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Colorado Boulder
Use these rankings to compare University of Colorado Boulder’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #8 of 19 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #17 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #187 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #394 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #8 of 19 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #17 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #187 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #394 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Colorado Boulder
Students who complete University of Colorado Boulder’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 | $41,152 |
| 2 years | $41,218 |
| 3 years | $47,009 |
| 4 years | $50,419 |
| 5 years | $63,669 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from University of Colorado Boulder earn a median of $50,419, compared with $71,162 for all University of Colorado Boulder graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physical Sciences graduates from University of Colorado Boulder is $22,653.
Highest-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physical Sciences program at University of Colorado Boulder pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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