Physical Sciences at University of Florida
If you are interested in studying Physical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Florida. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Florida is located in Gainesville, FL.
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Studying Online at University of Florida
Online coursework is an option at University of Florida. Among 56,311 students, 8,372 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 24,287 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Florida
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Florida’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #4 of 15 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #19 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #20 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #147 of 532 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #4 of 15 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #19 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #20 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #147 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Florida
Students who complete University of Florida’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 | $36,418 |
| 2 years | $48,020 |
| 3 years | $64,257 |
| 4 years | $75,417 |
| 5 years | $71,104 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from University of Florida report median earnings of $75,417, compared with $73,816 for all University of Florida graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from University of Florida comes in at $17,777.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at University of Florida go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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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