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Physics in Minnesota

Physics Schools in Minnesota

In 2022-2023, 233 students earned their Physics degrees in MN.

In terms of popularity, Physics is the 71st most popular major in the state out of a total 289 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in Minnesota

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 189
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 24
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 24
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 24
Master’s Degree 20

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.3%
  • Black or African American: 1.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.6%
  • White: 71.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 13.3%
  • Other Races: 6.4%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Minnesota

There are 22,880 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 Minnesota

A typical salary for a physics grad in the state is $99,980, compared to a typical salary of $103,830 nationwide.

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

94 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,017 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,318. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 82% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1.

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Carleton College

Northfield
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
1,940 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 80% are considered full time. This private institution charges an average net price of $30,838. 8 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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18 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
3,814 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.14 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. An average student at Bethel University Minnesota will pay a net price of $28,721.

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St Olaf College

Northfield
14 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
2,953 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 71% are considered full time. This private school has an average net price of $21,996.

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13 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
10,275 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,156. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 82% are considered full time.

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Macalester College

Saint Paul
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
2,049 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $29,697. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid.

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11 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
9,792 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $28,233. Most students complete their degree in 4.15 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

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10 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
14,761 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 67% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.56 years. A typical student attending Minnesota State Mankato will pay a net price of $17,812.

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7 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
2,230 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $24,224. 95% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The full-time teacher rate is 92%.

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Saint Johns University

Collegeville
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
1,668 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.08 years.

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7 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
7,106 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,699. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. The average student takes 4.42 years to complete their degree at Winona State.

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Physics Careers in MN

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title MN Job Growth MN Median Salary
High School Teachers 5% $61,570

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

Major Annual Graduates in MN
Chemistry 483
Geological & Earth Sciences 133
Astronomy & Astrophysics 23
Atmospheric Sciences 15
Other Physical Science 1

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