Physical Sciences at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physical Sciences, consider the program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt. Get started with the following essential facts.
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt sits in Arcata, CA.
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Studying Online at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Many students take online classes at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt. Among 6,237 students, 548 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,932 (47%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Use these rankings to compare California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #53 of 88 |
| Best Value | California | #70 of 88 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #76 of 122 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #90 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #198 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #346 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Those who finish California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’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 | $34,050 |
| 2 years | $27,947 |
| 3 years | $36,413 |
| 4 years | $52,768 |
| 5 years | $48,634 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt report median earnings of $52,768, compared with $44,237 for all California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt graduates — about 19% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physical Sciences graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt is $22,263.
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-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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