Physical Sciences at Washington State University
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, take a look at what Washington State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Washington State University is located in Pullman, WA.
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Online Class Availability at Washington State University
Many students take online classes at Washington State University. Among 25,685 students, 3,979 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,428 (13%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Washington State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Washington State University’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #9 of 22 |
| Best Value | Washington | #17 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #53 of 122 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #100 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #228 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #251 of 532 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #53 of 122 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #100 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #228 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #251 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Washington State University
Graduates of Washington State University’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 | $27,989 |
| 2 years | $31,963 |
| 3 years | $44,880 |
| 4 years | $50,027 |
| 5 years | $65,534 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from Washington State University report median earnings of $50,027, compared with $70,460 for all Washington State University graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Washington State University stands at $22,905.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physical Sciences program at Washington State University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying 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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