Physics at University of Utah
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physics, you may want to check out 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.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 61 physics degrees were awarded at University of Utah.
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Studying Online at University of Utah
Distance learning is available 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.
Physics Rankings at University of Utah
Use these rankings to compare University of Utah’s Physics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Utah | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #11 of 14 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #93 of 257 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #163 of 259 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Utah | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #11 of 14 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #93 of 257 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #163 of 259 |
Earnings for Physics Graduates from University of Utah
Those who finish University of Utah’s Physics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,887 |
| 2 years | $48,432 |
| 3 years | $50,170 |
| 4 years | $69,676 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Physics graduates from University of Utah take home a median $69,676, compared with $74,538 for all University of Utah graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physics graduates from University of Utah is $21,990.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Physics graduates at University of Utah, by degree type.
Program-wide, Physics graduates at University of Utah are 34% women (21) and 66% men (40).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at University of Utah
Of the 36 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at University of Utah, 36% were women (13) and 64% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 22% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah, below the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at University of Utah
Of the 20 master’s physics degrees awarded at University of Utah, 25% were women (5) and 75% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Physics Doctoral Program at University of Utah
Among the 5 doctoral physics graduates at University of Utah, 60% were women (3) and 40% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at University of Utah
The Physics program at University of Utah offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 61 |
Top-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Graduates of the Physics program at University of Utah pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Physics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Physicists | $111,776 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,685 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
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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