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Physics Schools in Colorado

In 2020-2021, 304 students earned their Physics degrees in CO.

In this state, Physics is the 51st most popular major out of a total 278 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in Colorado

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 203
Master’s Degree 52
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 49
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 49
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 49

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physics majors in Colorado is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.0%
  • Black or African American: 0.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.6%
  • White: 65.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 16.1%
  • Other Races: 6.6%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Colorado

There are 19,430 people in the state and 1,143,180 people in the nation working in physics jobs.

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Wages for Physics Jobs in Colorado

Physics grads earn an average of $91,120 in the state and $103,830 nationwide.

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There are 11 colleges in Colorado that offer physics degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

158 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
37,437 Total Students

The 2.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. In their early career, CU - Boulder grads earn an average salary of $49,393. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 74% are considered full time.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
32,428 Total Students

72% of the teachers are full time. 81% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate of 2.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#3

Colorado College

Colorado Springs
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
2,050 Total Students

In their early career, Colorado College grads earn an average salary of $42,259. The 0.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 9 to 1.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,307 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 99%. The average student takes 4.01 years to complete their degree at USAFA. 6 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
13,856 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 1.60% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $51,490 after graduation. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
12,380 Total Students

59% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $15,648. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
6,744 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. A typical student attending Mines will pay a net price of $27,114. The student loan default rate of 0.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
11,460 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 60%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. The average student takes 4.47 years to complete their degree at University of Northern Colorado.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
24,723 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $48,167 a year. The full-time teacher rate is 69%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

#9

Colorado Mesa University

Grand Junction
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
9,110 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. Graduates earn an average $34,519 after graduation. A typical student attending Colorado Mesa will pay a net price of $16,118.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
6,310 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. In their early career, Regis U grads earn an average salary of $57,824. It takes the average student 4.20 years to graduate.

Physics Careers in CO

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title CO Job Growth CO Median Salary
Physics Postsecondary Professors 31% $85,980
High School Teachers 20% $51,780
Physicists 18% $100,850
Natural Sciences Managers 15% $127,080

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to physics.

Major Annual Graduates in CO
Chemistry 278
Geological & Earth Sciences 213
Astronomy & Astrophysics 73
Atmospheric Sciences 58
Materials Sciences 5
General Physical Sciences 4

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