Physical Sciences at Gustavus Adolphus College
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, take a look at what Gustavus Adolphus College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Gustavus Adolphus College sits in Saint Peter, MN.
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Studying Online at Gustavus Adolphus College
Distance learning is available at Gustavus Adolphus College. Among 1,906 students, 0 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 79 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Gustavus Adolphus College
Use these rankings to compare Gustavus Adolphus College’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #7 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #8 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #30 of 36 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #32 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #309 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #448 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Gustavus Adolphus College
Those who finish Gustavus Adolphus College’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 | $28,533 |
| 2 years | $20,140 |
| 4 years | $68,674 |
| 5 years | $88,070 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from Gustavus Adolphus College report median earnings of $68,674, compared with $56,504 for all Gustavus Adolphus College graduates — about 22% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from Gustavus Adolphus College comes in at $26,450.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at Gustavus Adolphus College go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying 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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