Physical Sciences at University of Houston-Downtown
If you are interested in studying Physical Sciences, consider the program at University of Houston-Downtown. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Houston-Downtown is located in Houston, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Houston-Downtown
Distance learning is available at University of Houston-Downtown. Of 13,730 students, 4,905 (36%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,455 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Houston-Downtown
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Houston-Downtown’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #16 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #25 of 27 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #39 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #46 of 54 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #279 of 530 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #490 of 532 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Houston-Downtown
Students who complete University of Houston-Downtown’s Physical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,642 |
| 2 years | $44,170 |
| 3 years | $39,368 |
| 4 years | $49,098 |
| 5 years | $54,946 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Physical Sciences graduates from University of Houston-Downtown take home a median $49,098, compared with $59,692 for all University of Houston-Downtown graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from University of Houston-Downtown stands at $20,250.
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at University of Houston-Downtown go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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