Physics Schools in Virginia
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Virginia
31,890 people in the state and 1,208,340 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Physics.
Wages for Physics Jobs in Virginia
In this state, Physics grads earn an average of $78,992. Nationwide, they make an average of $84,018.
Most Popular Physics Programs in VA
There are 4 colleges in Virginia that offer Physics degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 4 below:
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $59,604 a year. About 57% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 92%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $64,471 a year. With an admission rate of 17%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $49,873 a year. The school admits about 33% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 95%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $55,366 a year. With an admission rate of 89%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.
Physics Careers in VA
Some of the careers Physics majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | 14% | $80,685 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | 10% | $110,931 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | 9% | $132,227 |
| Physicists | 9% | $111,776 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 2% | $77,927 |
| Water Resource Specialists | 0% | $179,716 |
Related Majors in Virginia
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Physics.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 19,434 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 7,622 |
| General Physical Sciences | 2,661 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 1,580 |
| Atmospheric Sciences | 1,341 |
| Materials Sciences | 650 |
| Other Physical Science | 422 |
| Physics and Astronomy | 39 |
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