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Physics Schools in New Mexico

In 2020-2021, 31 students earned their Physics degrees in NM.

In terms of popularity, Physics is the 34th most popular major in the state out of a total 132 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in New Mexico

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 18
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 18
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 18
Master’s Degree 13

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physics majors in New Mexico is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.5%
  • White: 32.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 54.8%
  • Other Races: 6.5%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in New Mexico

9,160 people in the state and 1,143,180 in the nation are employed in jobs related to physics.

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Wages for Physics Jobs in New Mexico

A typical salary for a physics grad in the state is $104,030, compared to a typical salary of $103,830 nationwide.

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There are 3 colleges in New Mexico that offer physics degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
22,311 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,424. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.80%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
14,227 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 77%. In their early career, NMSU Main Campus grads earn an average salary of $28,814.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
1,686 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.00%. 8 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public school has an average net price of $14,836.

Physics Careers in NM

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title NM Job Growth NM Median Salary
Physicists 23% $148,620
Physics Postsecondary Professors 7% $0
Natural Sciences Managers 7% $95,380
High School Teachers 5% $53,710

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

Major Annual Graduates in NM
Geological & Earth Sciences 36
Chemistry 23
Materials Sciences 8
Astronomy & Astrophysics 5

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