Physics at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physics, you may want to check out the program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Massachusetts-Lowell is in Lowell, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 51 physics degrees were awarded at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Online coursework is an option at University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Of 16,598 students, 5,089 (31%) studied exclusively online and 1,937 (12%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Use these rankings to compare University of Massachusetts-Lowell’s Physics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #2 of 20 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #5 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #67 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #150 of 257 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #2 of 20 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #5 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #67 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #150 of 257 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physics graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell is $22,177.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Physics graduates at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Physics graduates at University of Massachusetts-Lowell are 27% women (14) and 73% men (37).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Of the 16 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, 25% were women (4) and 75% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
Minority students account for 19% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, lower than the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Among the 20 master’s physics degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, 35% were women (7) and 65% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of Physics master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, above the national average of 21%.*
Physics Doctoral Program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Of the 15 doctoral physics degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, 20% were women (3) and 80% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
*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 Massachusetts-Lowell
The Physics program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 41 |
| Other Physics | 10 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Students who finish Physics program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Physics majors, 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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