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physics and astronomy in Kentucky

physics and astronomy Schools in Kentucky

Jobs for physics and astronomy Grads in Kentucky

In this state, there are 630 people employed in jobs related to a Physics and Astronomy degree, compared to 148,840 nationwide.

physics and astronomy Jobs Nationwide vs. KY

Wages for physics and astronomy Jobs in Kentucky

Physics and Astronomy grads earn an average of $125,144 in the state and $161,133 nationwide.

physics and astronomy Wages Nationwide vs. KY

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

Graduates earn a median salary of $45,496 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 92% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.

physics and astronomy Careers in KY

Some of the careers Physics and Astronomy 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
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary $80,685
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 Physics and Astronomy.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Chemistry 19,434
Physics 12,910
Geological & Earth Sciences 7,622
General Physical Sciences 2,661
Astronomy & Astrophysics 1,580
Atmospheric Sciences 1,341
Materials Sciences 650
Other Physical Science 422

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