Physical Sciences at University of Houston
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Houston. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Houston sits in Houston, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Houston
Distance learning is available at University of Houston. Of 47,980 students, 5,933 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 26,962 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Houston
Use these rankings to compare University of Houston’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #5 of 27 |
| Best Value | Texas | #9 of 27 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #24 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #115 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #177 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #5 of 27 |
| Best Value | Texas | #9 of 27 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #24 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #115 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #177 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Houston
Graduates of University of Houston’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 | $59,294 |
| 2 years | $54,151 |
| 3 years | $63,390 |
| 4 years | $79,095 |
| 5 years | $84,302 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from University of Houston report median earnings of $79,095, compared with $66,496 for all University of Houston graduates — about 19% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from University of Houston is $20,975.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at University of Houston work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-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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