Physical Sciences at Wayne State University
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, take a look at what Wayne State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Wayne State University is located in Detroit, MI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Wayne State University
Online coursework is an option at Wayne State University. Of 23,803 students, 3,013 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,784 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Wayne State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Wayne State University’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #7 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #12 of 15 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #58 of 63 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #266 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #439 of 532 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #7 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #12 of 15 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #58 of 63 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #266 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #439 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Wayne State University
Those who finish Wayne State University’s Physical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,511 |
| 2 years | $33,281 |
| 4 years | $33,954 |
| 5 years | $56,960 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Physical Sciences graduates from Wayne State University earn a median of $33,954, compared with $68,128 for all Wayne State University graduates — about 50% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Wayne State University comes in at $21,590.
Highest-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at Wayne State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-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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