Physical Sciences at Bridgewater State University
If you are interested in studying Physical Sciences, take a look at what Bridgewater State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Bridgewater State University sits in Bridgewater, MA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Bridgewater State University
Distance learning is available at Bridgewater State University. Of 9,727 students, 1,092 (11%) studied exclusively online and 4,614 (47%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Bridgewater State University
Use these rankings to compare Bridgewater State University’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #4 of 18 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #4 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #15 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #31 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #273 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #314 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Bridgewater State University
Those who finish Bridgewater State University’s Physical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,894 |
| 2 years | $39,486 |
| 3 years | $44,272 |
| 4 years | $57,937 |
| 5 years | $62,993 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from Bridgewater State University report median earnings of $57,937, compared with $53,189 for all Bridgewater State University graduates — about 9% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Bridgewater State University is $25,125.
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at Bridgewater State University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Physical Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Digital Forensics Analysts | $119,226 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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