Physical Sciences at University of Rhode Island
If you are interested in studying Physical Sciences, consider the program at University of Rhode Island. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Rhode Island is located in Kingston, RI.
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Studying Online at University of Rhode Island
Many students take online classes at University of Rhode Island. Among 17,210 students, 818 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Rhode Island
Use these rankings to compare University of Rhode Island’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #5 of 38 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #8 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #43 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #348 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #5 of 38 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #8 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #43 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #348 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Rhode Island
Those who finish University of Rhode Island’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 | $39,625 |
| 2 years | $28,598 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at University of Rhode Island work across a variety of fields. Below 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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