Physical Sciences at University of Wyoming
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, take a look at what University of Wyoming. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Wyoming sits in Laramie, WY.
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Online Class Availability at University of Wyoming
Many students take online classes at University of Wyoming. Of 10,813 students, 2,268 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,532 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Wyoming
Rankings can help you compare University of Wyoming’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #10 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #131 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #208 of 532 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #10 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #131 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #208 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Wyoming
Graduates of University of Wyoming’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 | $45,124 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $60,017 |
| 4 years | $54,419 |
| 5 years | $71,082 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Physical Sciences graduates from University of Wyoming earn a median of $54,419, compared with $58,250 for all University of Wyoming graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from University of Wyoming stands at $23,700.
Highest-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at University of Wyoming pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-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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