Physics at James Madison University
If you are interested in studying Physics, consider the program at James Madison University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
James Madison University is in Harrisonburg, VA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 16 physics degrees were awarded at James Madison University.
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Online Class Availability at James Madison University
Distance learning is available at James Madison University. Of 22,740 students, 968 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,368 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at James Madison University
These rankings give you a sense of how James Madison University’s Physics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #3 of 7 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #3 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #9 of 35 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #27 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #55 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #190 of 257 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Physics graduates at James Madison University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Physics graduates at James Madison University are 6% women (1) and 94% men (15).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at James Madison University
Of the 16 bachelor’s physics graduates at James Madison University, 6% were women (1) and 94% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at James Madison University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 31% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at James Madison University, higher 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 James Madison University
The Physics program at James Madison University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 16 |
Best-Paid Careers for Physics Graduates
Those who complete Physics program at James Madison University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Physics graduates, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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