Physical Sciences at University of Missouri-Kansas City
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Missouri-Kansas City. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Missouri-Kansas City sits in Kansas City, MO.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Distance learning is available at University of Missouri-Kansas City. Among 14,732 students, 683 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,951 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Rankings can help you compare University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #3 of 9 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #5 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #7 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #33 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #190 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #355 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City
Graduates of University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Physical Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,361 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $40,913 |
| 4 years | $47,533 |
| 5 years | $69,063 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Physical Sciences graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City earn a median of $47,533, compared with $75,586 for all University of Missouri-Kansas City graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City is $24,821.
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physical Sciences program at University of Missouri-Kansas City go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying 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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