Physical Sciences at Northern Kentucky University
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, consider the program at Northern Kentucky University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Northern Kentucky University is located in Highland Heights, KY.
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Online Class Availability at Northern Kentucky University
Many students take online classes at Northern Kentucky University. Of 15,347 students, 6,624 (43%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,682 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Northern Kentucky University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northern Kentucky University’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #2 of 7 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #59 of 110 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #327 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Northern Kentucky University
Students who complete Northern Kentucky 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 | $36,148 |
| 2 years | $39,546 |
| 3 years | $49,449 |
| 4 years | $54,760 |
| 5 years | $63,085 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from Northern Kentucky University take home a median $54,760, compared with $63,438 for all Northern Kentucky University graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physical Sciences program at Northern Kentucky 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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