Physics at University of Colorado Boulder
If you plan to study Physics, you may want to check out the program at University of Colorado Boulder. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Colorado Boulder is in Boulder, CO.
During the most recent reporting year, 152 physics graduations were recorded at University of Colorado Boulder.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Colorado Boulder
Many students take online classes at University of Colorado Boulder. Among 38,799 students, 797 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,197 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at University of Colorado Boulder
Rankings can help you compare University of Colorado Boulder’s Physics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 14 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #12 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #135 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #194 of 257 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 14 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #12 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #135 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #194 of 257 |
Earnings for Physics Graduates from University of Colorado Boulder
Graduates of University of Colorado Boulder’s Physics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,374 |
| 2 years | $41,193 |
| 4 years | $50,697 |
| 5 years | $69,490 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Physics graduates from University of Colorado Boulder earn a median of $50,697, compared with $71,162 for all University of Colorado Boulder graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physics graduates from University of Colorado Boulder is $20,635.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Physics graduates at University of Colorado Boulder, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Physics graduates at University of Colorado Boulder are 22% women (33) and 78% men (119).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Among the 63 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at University of Colorado Boulder, 21% were women (13) and 79% were men (50).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 13 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, below the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Of the 45 master’s physics degrees awarded at University of Colorado Boulder, 24% were women (11) and 76% were men (34).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 13% of Physics master’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, lower than the national average of 21%.*
Physics Doctoral Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Among the 44 doctoral physics degrees awarded at University of Colorado Boulder, 20% were women (9) and 80% were men (35).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 14 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 18% of Physics doctoral degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, higher than the national average of 14%.*
*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 of Colorado Boulder
The Physics program at University of Colorado Boulder offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 152 |
Top-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Graduates of the Physics program at University of Colorado Boulder work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying careers for Physics graduates, 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
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