Physical Sciences at University of South Florida
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, consider the program at University of South Florida. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Florida is in Tampa, FL.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of South Florida
Distance learning is available at University of South Florida. Of 49,622 students, 7,519 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 25,913 (52%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of South Florida
These rankings give you a sense of how University of South Florida’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #6 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #8 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #9 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #32 of 110 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #84 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #204 of 532 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #6 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #8 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #9 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #32 of 110 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #84 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #204 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of South Florida
Those who finish University of South Florida’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 | $33,421 |
| 2 years | $42,749 |
| 3 years | $45,929 |
| 4 years | $59,910 |
| 5 years | $66,414 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from University of South Florida report median earnings of $59,910, compared with $58,776 for all University of South Florida graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physical Sciences graduates from University of South Florida is $20,922.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at University of South Florida work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.