Physical Sciences at University of Kentucky
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Kentucky. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Kentucky sits in Lexington, KY.
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Online Class Availability at University of Kentucky
Many students take online classes at University of Kentucky. Of 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) studied exclusively online and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Kentucky
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Kentucky’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 7 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #33 of 110 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #62 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #214 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #295 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 7 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #33 of 110 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #62 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #214 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #295 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Kentucky
Students who complete University of Kentucky’s Physical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $26,392 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $44,824 |
| 4 years | $44,933 |
| 5 years | $64,235 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from University of Kentucky earn a median of $44,933, compared with $61,112 for all University of Kentucky graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physical Sciences graduates from University of Kentucky is $22,500.
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physical Sciences program at University of Kentucky work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-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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