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Physics Schools in Rhode Island

In 2020-2021, 40 students earned their Physics degrees in RI.

In terms of popularity, Physics is the 33rd most popular major in the state out of a total 142 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in Rhode Island

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 30
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 10

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physics majors in Rhode Island is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.5%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.5%
  • White: 30.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 62.5%
  • Other Races: 2.5%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Rhode Island

In this state, there are 4,560 people employed in jobs related to a physics degree, compared to 1,143,180 nationwide.

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Wages for Physics Jobs in Rhode Island

Physics grads earn an average of $109,370 in the state and $103,830 nationwide.

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There are 2 colleges in Rhode Island that offer physics degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

#1

Brown University

Providence
39 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
9,948 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.80%. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $29,544.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
17,649 Total Students

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,638.

Physics Careers in RI

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title RI Job Growth RI Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $124,430
High School Teachers 3% $73,460
Physics Postsecondary Professors 0% $107,430

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

Major Annual Graduates in RI
Geological & Earth Sciences 42
Chemistry 29

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