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Physics in Virginia

Physics Schools in Virginia

391 students earned Physics degrees in Virginia in the 2022-2023 year.

In this state, Physics is the 68th most popular major out of a total 289 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in Virginia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 294
Master’s Degree 51
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 45
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 45
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 45
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 5.9%
  • Black or African American: 6.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.9%
  • White: 57.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 14.6%
  • Other Races: 9.2%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Virginia

There are 29,260 people in the state and 1,143,180 people in the nation working in physics jobs.

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Wages for Physics Jobs in Virginia

In this state, physics grads earn an average of $83,910. Nationwide, they make an average of $103,830.

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There are 11 colleges in Virginia that offer physics degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

#1

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg
62 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
37,024 Total Students

The average student takes 4.28 years to complete their degree at Virginia Tech. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the students who attend this school, 71% get financial aid.

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59 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
25,628 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $23,101. 96% of the teachers are full time. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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#3

William & Mary

Williamsburg
38 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
8,939 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $19,442. The full-time teacher rate is 77%. 79% of students get financical aid.

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31 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
38,541 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.36 years to graduate. 52% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1.

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23 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
29,070 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.40 years to graduate. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $20,405. 90% of students get financical aid.

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22 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
24,286 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.53 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,415.

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#7

James Madison University

Harrisonburg
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
21,594 Total Students

A typical student attending JMU will pay a net price of $22,465. It takes the average student 4.20 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 81% are considered full time.

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10 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
4,868 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 63% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $22,609. The average student takes 4.14 years to complete their degree at CNU.

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10 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
1,230 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. An average student at Emory & Henry College will pay a net price of $21,555. 97% of the teachers are full time.

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10 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
1,920 Total Students

An average student at Roanoke will pay a net price of $27,780. The average student takes 4.11 years to complete their degree at Roanoke. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1.

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10 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
1,698 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $21,215. It takes the average student 4.18 years to graduate.

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Physics Careers in VA

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title VA Job Growth VA Median Salary
High School Teachers 12% $63,990

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

Major Annual Graduates in VA
Chemistry 691
General Physical Sciences 157
Geological & Earth Sciences 144
Atmospheric Sciences 54
Other Physical Science 47
Astronomy & Astrophysics 27
Materials Sciences 5

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