Physical Sciences at University of California-Davis
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physical Sciences, consider the program at University of California-Davis. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of California-Davis is located in Davis, CA.
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Online Class Availability at University of California-Davis
Online coursework is an option at University of California-Davis. Among 40,065 students, 336 (1%) studied exclusively online and 4,339 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of California-Davis
These rankings give you a sense of how University of California-Davis’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #12 of 88 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #13 of 122 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 532 |
| Best Value | California | #75 of 88 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #97 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #204 of 530 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #12 of 88 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #13 of 122 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 532 |
| Best Value | California | #75 of 88 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #97 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #204 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #12 of 88 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #13 of 122 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 532 |
| Best Value | California | #75 of 88 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #97 of 122 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #204 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of California-Davis
Students who complete University of California-Davis’s Physical Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,960 |
| 2 years | $56,270 |
| 3 years | $56,044 |
| 4 years | $76,976 |
| 5 years | $89,642 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Physical Sciences graduates from University of California-Davis report median earnings of $76,976, compared with $64,648 for all University of California-Davis graduates — about 19% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physical Sciences graduates from University of California-Davis stands at $15,627.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Physical Sciences program at University of California-Davis go on to a range of careers. Below are 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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