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Physics Schools in Louisiana

93 Physics students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

A Physics major is the 82nd most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in Louisiana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 61
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 21
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 21
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 21
Master’s Degree 11

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 1.1%
  • Black or African American: 12.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.5%
  • White: 53.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 18.3%
  • Other Races: 7.5%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Louisiana

There are 14,370 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 Louisiana

A typical salary for a physics grad in the state is $94,850, compared to a typical salary of $103,830 nationwide.

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There are 9 colleges in Louisiana that offer physics degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
34,285 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 4.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 90% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
13,927 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 67%. Graduates earn an average $46,457 after graduation. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $39,749.

#3

Dillard University

New Orleans
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
1,215 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $19,105. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. In their early career, Dillard University grads earn an average salary of $29,132.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
37% Graduation Rate
8,375 Total Students

20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate is 6.60% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.52 years.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
3,383 Total Students

In their early career, XULA grads earn an average salary of $35,999. The student loan default rate is 8.00% which is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 84%.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
4,497 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.23 years to graduate. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $20,463. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
11,126 Total Students

76% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 4.40 years to complete their degree at Louisiana Tech. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,450 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,094. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. The student loan default rate of 6.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
14,426 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 82%. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,336.

Physics Careers in LA

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $93,610
High School Teachers 7% $50,280
Physics Postsecondary Professors 0% $89,990
Physicists 0% $127,630

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

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Chemistry 237
Geological & Earth Sciences 141
Atmospheric Sciences 5
General Physical Sciences 1

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