Physical Sciences at Wichita State University
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Wichita State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Wichita State University is located in Wichita, KS.
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Online Class Availability at Wichita State University
Many students take online classes at Wichita State University. Among 16,689 students, 4,761 (29%) studied exclusively online and 5,354 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Wichita State University
Use these rankings to compare Wichita State University’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #13 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #36 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #271 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #519 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Wichita State University
Those who finish Wichita 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 | $40,216 |
| 2 years | $30,943 |
| 3 years | $31,702 |
| 4 years | $43,147 |
| 5 years | $55,893 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from Wichita State University take home a median $43,147, compared with $52,641 for all Wichita State University graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Wichita State University is $26,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physical Sciences program at Wichita State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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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