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Physics in Georgia

Physics Schools in Georgia

230 Physics students earned their degrees in the state in 2022-2023.

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) 37
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 37
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 37
Master’s Degree 29

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: 9.6%
  • Black or African American: 10.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.5%
  • White: 48.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 17.8%
  • Other Races: 7.4%
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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
91% Graduation Rate
39,771 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 89% are considered full time. 73% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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22 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
36,360 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 26 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.61 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid.

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5 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,147 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,117. The full-time teacher rate is 90%.

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Emory University

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

9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 74%. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $24,142.

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Physics Careers in GA

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title GA Job Growth GA Median Salary
High School Teachers 15% $57,430

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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