Physical Sciences at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
If you are interested in studying Physical Sciences, take a look at what University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is located in Ann Arbor, MI.
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Studying Online at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Distance learning is available at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. Of 52,855 students, 1,479 (3%) studied exclusively online and 4,583 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Michigan-Ann Arbor’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #3 of 15 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #5 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 63 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #70 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #200 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #3 of 15 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #5 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 63 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #70 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #200 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Those who finish University of Michigan-Ann Arbor’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 | $36,580 |
| 2 years | $51,036 |
| 3 years | $71,835 |
| 4 years | $81,793 |
| 5 years | $85,133 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Physical Sciences graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor report median earnings of $81,793, compared with $92,481 for all University of Michigan-Ann Arbor graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor stands at $20,542.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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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