Physics Schools in California
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Jobs for Physics Grads in California
In this state, there are 117,460 people employed in jobs related to a Physics degree, compared to 1,208,340 nationwide.
Wages for Physics Jobs in California
In this state, Physics grads earn an average of $121,027. Nationwide, they make an average of $84,018.
Most Popular Physics Programs in CA
There are 48 colleges in California that offer Physics degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 25 below:
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $38,259 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 28%, getting in takes some planning. 92% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $57,445 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 12% of applicants. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $41,763 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 9%, getting in takes some planning. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $40,474 in their first year after graduation. About 26% of those who apply are admitted. 94% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $89,527 a year. With an admission rate of 4%, getting in takes some planning. 98% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $29,612 a year. Undergrads from California pay around $1,156 a year in tuition.
Graduates earn a median salary of $33,932 in their first year after graduation. About 63% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 88%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $41,123 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 42%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 93%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $37,107 a year. With an admission rate of 63%, getting in takes some planning. 90% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $102,669 a year. About 3% of those who apply are admitted. 98% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $38,082 after earning their degree at this institution. About 47% of those who apply are admitted. 85% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $31,115 a year. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $1,432 a year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $72,619 after earning their degree at this institution. Undergrads from California pay around $1,416 a year in tuition.
Undergrads from California pay around $1,144 a year in tuition.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $27,351 after earning their degree at this institution. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $1,180 a year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $63,275 a year. With an admission rate of 10%, getting in takes some planning. 96% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $62,831 a year. The school admits about 30% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 95%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $55,357 a year. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $1,234 a year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $85,546 a year. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $1,156 a year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $35,362 after earning their degree at this institution. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $1,176 a year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $39,813 in their first year after graduation. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $1,208 a year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $41,145 after earning their degree at this institution. About 96% of those who apply are admitted. 84% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $58,993 in their first year after graduation. About 80% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 86%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $30,515 in their first year after graduation. Undergrads from California pay around $1,404 a year in tuition.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $42,235 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 34% of applicants. 90% of full-time students return after their first year.
Physics Careers in CA
Some of the careers Physics majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | 14% | $80,685 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | 10% | $110,931 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | 9% | $132,227 |
| Physicists | 9% | $111,776 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 2% | $77,927 |
| Water Resource Specialists | 0% | $179,716 |
Related Majors in California
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Physics.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 19,434 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 7,622 |
| General Physical Sciences | 2,661 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 1,580 |
| Atmospheric Sciences | 1,341 |
| Materials Sciences | 650 |
| Other Physical Science | 422 |
| Physics and Astronomy | 39 |
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