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Applied Physics in Massachusetts

Applied Physics Schools in Massachusetts

30 Applied Physics students earned their degrees in the state in 2022-2023.

As a degree choice, Applied Physics is the 418th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Applied Physics Majors in Massachusetts

Applied Physics majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 13
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 10
Master’s Degree 7

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, a applied physics major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of applied physics majors in Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.7%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.7%
  • White: 30.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 46.7%
  • Other Races: 10.0%
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Jobs for Applied Physics Grads in Massachusetts

There are 17,560 people in the state and 445,730 people in the nation working in applied physics jobs.

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Wages for Applied Physics Jobs in Massachusetts

In this state, applied physics grads earn an average of $150,170. Nationwide, they make an average of $125,280.

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There are 2 colleges in Massachusetts that offer applied physics degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

#1

Harvard University

Cambridge
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $19,500. 88% of the teachers are full time. 7 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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#2

Tufts University

Medford
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
12,219 Total Students

46% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years. An average student at Tufts will pay a net price of $35,123.

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Applied Physics Careers in MA

Some of the careers applied physics majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Engineering Professors 19% $130,020
Architectural and Engineering Managers 5% $149,740

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