Physical Sciences at Jackson College
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Jackson College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Jackson College sits in Jackson, MI.
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Studying Online at Jackson College
Online coursework is an option at Jackson College. Of 5,086 students, 3,114 (61%) studied exclusively online and 1,144 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Jackson College
These rankings give you a sense of how Jackson College’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 15 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #14 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #62 of 63 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #121 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #507 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Jackson College
Graduates of Jackson 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 | $28,940 |
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at Jackson College pursue many career paths. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.