Physical Sciences at James Madison University
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, take a look at what James Madison University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
James Madison University sits in Harrisonburg, VA.
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Online Class Availability at James Madison University
Online coursework is an option at James Madison University. Among 22,740 students, 968 (4%) studied exclusively online and 6,368 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at James Madison University
Rankings can help you compare James Madison University’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #4 of 14 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #6 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 110 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #84 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #141 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #399 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from James Madison University
Those who finish James Madison University’s Physical Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,747 |
| 2 years | $40,134 |
| 4 years | $55,946 |
| 5 years | $74,812 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from James Madison University report median earnings of $55,946, compared with $63,974 for all James Madison University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from James Madison University stands at $23,854.
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Physical Sciences program at James Madison University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Physical Sciences majors, 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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