Physical Sciences at Pacific Lutheran University
If you are interested in studying Physical Sciences, take a look at what Pacific Lutheran University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Pacific Lutheran University is located in Tacoma, WA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Pacific Lutheran University
Online coursework is an option at Pacific Lutheran University. Among 2,797 students, 11 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 254 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Pacific Lutheran University
Use these rankings to compare Pacific Lutheran University’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #10 of 22 |
| Best Value | Washington | #20 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #54 of 122 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #110 of 122 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #257 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #396 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Pacific Lutheran University
Those who finish Pacific Lutheran 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 | $39,943 |
| 2 years | $34,744 |
| 3 years | $49,858 |
| 4 years | $57,152 |
| 5 years | $63,740 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from Pacific Lutheran University take home a median $57,152, compared with $64,629 for all Pacific Lutheran University graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Pacific Lutheran University stands at $23,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physical Sciences program at Pacific Lutheran University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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