Physics at Valparaiso University
If you plan to study Physics, consider the program at Valparaiso University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Valparaiso University sits in Valparaiso, IN.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 3 physics degrees were awarded at Valparaiso University.
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Online Class Availability at Valparaiso University
Many students take online classes at Valparaiso University. Of 2,579 students, 112 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 930 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Physics Rankings at Valparaiso University
These rankings give you a sense of how Valparaiso University’s Physics program against other schools offering the same major.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Physics graduates at Valparaiso University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Physics graduates at Valparaiso University are 33% women (1) and 67% men (2).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Valparaiso University
Of the 3 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at Valparaiso University, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Valparaiso University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at Valparaiso University
The Physics program at Valparaiso University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 3 |
Top-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Graduates of the Physics program at Valparaiso University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Physics graduates, 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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