Engineering Physics at University of Wisconsin-Platteville
If you plan to study Engineering Physics, take a look at what University of Wisconsin-Platteville. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wisconsin-Platteville is located in Platteville, WI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 14 engineering physics degrees were granted at University of Wisconsin-Platteville.
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Online Class Availability at University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Many students take online classes at University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Among 6,389 students, 845 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,220 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Physics Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Platteville
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s Engineering Physics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 6 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #9 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #19 of 24 |
Earnings for Engineering Physics Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Graduates of University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s Engineering Physics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $61,446 |
| 2 years | $61,218 |
| 3 years | $70,434 |
| 4 years | $75,848 |
| 5 years | $85,157 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering Physics graduates from University of Wisconsin-Platteville report median earnings of $75,848, compared with $65,322 for all University of Wisconsin-Platteville graduates — about 16% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering Physics graduates from University of Wisconsin-Platteville is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Engineering Physics graduates at University of Wisconsin-Platteville, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Engineering Physics graduates at University of Wisconsin-Platteville are 14% women (2) and 86% men (12).
Engineering Physics Bachelor’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Of the 14 bachelor’s engineering physics graduates at University of Wisconsin-Platteville, 14% were women (2) and 86% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Engineering Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Platteville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 14% of Engineering Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Platteville, lower than the national average of 35%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Engineering Physics Concentrations at University of Wisconsin-Platteville
The Engineering Physics program at University of Wisconsin-Platteville offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Engineering & Applied Physics | 14 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Physics Graduates
Students who finish Engineering Physics program at University of Wisconsin-Platteville work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Engineering Physics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Physicists | $111,776 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.