Physics at Pacific Lutheran University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physics, you may want to check out the program at Pacific Lutheran University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Pacific Lutheran University sits in Tacoma, WA.
During the most recent reporting year, 14 physics degrees were granted at Pacific Lutheran University.
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Online Class Availability at Pacific Lutheran University
Online coursework is an option at Pacific Lutheran University. Of 2,797 students, 11 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 254 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at Pacific Lutheran University
Rankings can help you compare Pacific Lutheran University’s Physics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #4 of 6 |
| Best Value | Washington | #6 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #38 of 89 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #83 of 89 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #169 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #195 of 257 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Physics graduates at Pacific Lutheran University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Physics graduates at Pacific Lutheran University are 36% women (5) and 64% men (9).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Pacific Lutheran University
Of the 14 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at Pacific Lutheran University, 36% were women (5) and 64% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Pacific Lutheran University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 36% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Pacific Lutheran University, above 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 Pacific Lutheran University
This Physics program at Pacific Lutheran University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 14 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Students who finish Physics program at Pacific Lutheran University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Physics majors, 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
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