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Physics in Maine

Physics Schools in Maine

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

In this state, Physics is the 53rd most popular major out of a total 212 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in Maine

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 62
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 4

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.5%
  • Black or African American: 3.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.5%
  • White: 74.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 10.6%
  • Other Races: 3.0%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Maine

In this state, there are 6,200 people employed in jobs related to a physics degree, compared to 1,143,180 nationwide.

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Wages for Physics Jobs in Maine

Physics grads earn an average of $84,400 in the state and $103,830 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in Maine that offer physics degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

#1

Colby College

Waterville
25 Degrees in Major Awarded
90% Graduation Rate
2,155 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 94% are considered full time. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,507.

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#2

Bates College

Lewiston
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
1,876 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $29,341. It takes the average student 4.04 years to graduate. 37% of students get financical aid.

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13 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
11,741 Total Students

14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate is 0.10% which is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

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#4

Bowdoin College

Brunswick
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
1,777 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $18,533. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time. 55% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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3 Degrees in Major Awarded
36% Graduation Rate
8,022 Total Students

The average student takes 4.61 years to complete their degree at University of Southern Maine. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,137. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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Physics Careers in ME

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title ME Job Growth ME Median Salary

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

Major Annual Graduates in ME
Geological & Earth Sciences 61
Chemistry 59

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