Physical Science at Compton College
If you are interested in studying Physical Science, take a look at what Compton College. Get started with the following essential facts.
Compton College sits in Compton, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 5 physical science graduations were recorded at Compton College.
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Online & Distance Learning at Compton College
Online coursework is an option at Compton College. Of 5,225 students, 1,387 (27%) studied exclusively online and 1,175 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Physical Science graduates at Compton College, by degree type.
Program-wide, Physical Science graduates at Compton College are 40% women (2) and 60% men (3).
Physical Science Associate’s Program at Compton College
Of the 5 associate’s physical science graduates at Compton College, 40% were women (2) and 60% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physical Science associate’s degree recipients at Compton College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 80% of Physical Science associate’s degree recipients at Compton College, higher than the national average of 56%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Science Graduates
Students who finish Physical Science program at Compton College pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Physical Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
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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