Physics at Rochester Institute of Technology
If you are interested in studying Physics, consider the program at Rochester Institute of Technology. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rochester Institute of Technology sits in Rochester, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 56 physics graduations were recorded at Rochester Institute of Technology.
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Studying Online at Rochester Institute of Technology
Distance learning is available at Rochester Institute of Technology. Of 17,098 students, 540 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,319 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at Rochester Institute of Technology
Use these rankings to compare Rochester Institute of Technology’s Physics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #10 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #14 of 16 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #24 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #33 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #161 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #229 of 257 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #10 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #14 of 16 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #24 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #33 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #161 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #229 of 257 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physics graduates from Rochester Institute of Technology is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Physics graduates at Rochester Institute of Technology, by degree type.
Program-wide, Physics graduates at Rochester Institute of Technology are 34% women (19) and 66% men (37).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Rochester Institute of Technology
Among the 30 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at Rochester Institute of Technology, 33% were women (10) and 67% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Rochester Institute of Technology.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 20% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Rochester Institute of Technology, lower than the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at Rochester Institute of Technology
Among the 14 master’s physics graduates at Rochester Institute of Technology, 36% were women (5) and 64% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at Rochester Institute of Technology.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of Physics master’s degree recipients at Rochester Institute of Technology, above the national average of 21%.*
Physics Doctoral Program at Rochester Institute of Technology
Among the 12 doctoral physics degrees awarded at Rochester Institute of Technology, 33% were women (4) and 67% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Rochester Institute of Technology.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 8% of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Rochester Institute of Technology, below the national average of 14%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at Rochester Institute of Technology
This Physics program at Rochester Institute of Technology breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 30 |
| Optics/Optical Sciences | 26 |
Best-Paid Careers for Physics Graduates
Those who complete Physics program at Rochester Institute of Technology pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying 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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