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Physics Schools in Georgia

In 2020-2021, 56 students earned their Physics degrees in GA.

In this state, Physics is the 76th most popular major out of a total 213 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in Georgia

Physics majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 30
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 30
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 30
Master’s Degree 26

Gender Distribution

In Georgia, a physics major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physics majors in Georgia is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.1%
  • Black or African American: 3.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.1%
  • White: 35.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 44.6%
  • Other Races: 1.8%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Georgia

In this state, there are 27,770 people employed in jobs related to a physics degree, compared to 1,143,180 nationwide.

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Wages for Physics Jobs in Georgia

Physics grads earn an average of $85,300 in the state and $103,830 nationwide.

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There are 4 colleges in Georgia that offer physics degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
39,771 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.55 years to graduate. In their early career, Georgia Tech grads earn an average salary of $78,659. The full-time teacher rate is 90%.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
36,360 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.90%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,242. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 27 to 1.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
39,147 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,257. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.90%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 92% of students receive it.

#4

Emory University

Atlanta
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
90% Graduation Rate
13,997 Total Students

An average student at Emory will pay a net price of $22,597. 75% of the teachers are full time. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Physics Careers in GA

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title GA Job Growth GA Median Salary
Physicists 20% $97,540
High School Teachers 15% $57,430
Physics Postsecondary Professors 14% $75,940
Natural Sciences Managers 12% $0

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to physics.

Major Annual Graduates in GA
Chemistry 142
Geological & Earth Sciences 33
General Physical Sciences 7
Materials Sciences 2

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