Physical Sciences at University of Utah
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physical Sciences, consider the program at University of Utah. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, UT.
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Online Class Availability at University of Utah
Many students take online classes at University of Utah. Of 36,894 students, 2,249 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,066 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Utah
Use these rankings to compare University of Utah’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | Utah | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #159 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #167 of 532 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | Utah | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #159 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #167 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Utah
Graduates of University of Utah’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 | $38,085 |
| 2 years | $41,433 |
| 3 years | $49,211 |
| 4 years | $65,461 |
| 5 years | $66,729 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Physical Sciences graduates from University of Utah earn a median of $65,461, compared with $74,538 for all University of Utah graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from University of Utah comes in at $20,182.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at University of Utah work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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