Physics at Willamette University
If you are interested in studying Physics, take a look at what Willamette University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Willamette University is in Salem, OR.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 8 physics degrees were awarded at Willamette University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Willamette University
Willamette University primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Physics Rankings at Willamette University
Rankings can help you compare Willamette University’s Physics program against other schools offering the same major.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Physics graduates from Willamette University comes in at $22,989.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Physics graduates at Willamette University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Physics graduates at Willamette University are 25% women (2) and 75% men (6).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Willamette University
Among the 8 bachelor’s physics degrees awarded at Willamette University, 25% were women (2) and 75% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Willamette University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Asian | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Willamette University, lower than the national average of 30%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at Willamette University
The Physics program at Willamette University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 8 |
Top-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Graduates of the Physics program at Willamette University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.