Physics at Grinnell College
If you are interested in studying Physics, take a look at what Grinnell College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Grinnell College is in Grinnell, IA.
During the most recent reporting year, 25 physics degrees were awarded at Grinnell College.
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Online Class Availability at Grinnell College
Grinnell College primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Physics graduates at Grinnell College, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Physics graduates at Grinnell College are 20% women (5) and 80% men (20).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Grinnell College
Among the 25 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at Grinnell College, 20% were women (5) and 80% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Grinnell College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 16% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Grinnell College, lower than the national average of 30%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at Grinnell College
This Physics program at Grinnell College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 25 |
Best-Paid Careers for Physics Graduates
Students who finish Physics program at Grinnell College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Physics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Physicists | $111,776 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,685 |
| 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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