Physical Sciences at Western Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Physical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Western Illinois University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Western Illinois University is located in Macomb, IL.
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Studying Online at Western Illinois University
Distance learning is available at Western Illinois University. Among 6,332 students, 1,607 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,917 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Western Illinois University
Rankings can help you compare Western Illinois University’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 15 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #8 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #15 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #49 of 63 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #162 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #402 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Western Illinois University
Graduates of Western Illinois University’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 | $35,020 |
| 2 years | $38,593 |
| 3 years | $50,758 |
| 4 years | $57,236 |
| 5 years | $71,894 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from Western Illinois University report median earnings of $57,236, compared with $53,962 for all Western Illinois University graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Western Illinois University comes in at $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physical Sciences program at Western Illinois University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-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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