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Astrophysics in Washington

Astrophysics Schools in Washington

Jobs for Astrophysics Grads in Washington

In this state, there are 3,730 people employed in jobs related to an Astrophysical Sciences degree, compared to 135,250 nationwide.

Astrophysics Jobs Nationwide vs. WA

Wages for Astrophysics Jobs in Washington

In this state, Astrophysical Sciences grads earn an average of $190,916. Nationwide, they make an average of $166,727.

Astrophysics Wages Nationwide vs. WA

There is one school in the state that offers this degree.

#1

Whitman College

Walla Walla

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $30,350 a year. About 50% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 89%.

Astrophysics Careers in WA

Some of the careers Astrophysical Sciences majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary $72,801
Clinical Research Coordinators $110,931
Natural Sciences Managers $132,227
Astronomers $106,445
Physicists $111,776
Water Resource Specialists $179,716

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Astrophysical Sciences.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology 974
Acoustics 175
Climate Science 100
Other Atmospheric Sciences 64
Earth Systems Science 43
Physics and Astronomy 39
Atmospheric Chemistry & Climatology 18
Condensed Matter & Materials Physics 8

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View Nationwide Astrophysics Report

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