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Physics Schools in New York

1,121 students earned Physics degrees in New York in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Physics is the 64th most popular major in the state out of a total 336 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in New York

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 741
Master’s Degree 230
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 136
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 136
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 136
Post-Master’s Certificate 13
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 13
Associate Degree 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physics majors in New York is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.9%
  • Black or African American: 3.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.1%
  • White: 48.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 26.0%
  • Other Races: 6.0%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in New York

78,570 people in the state and 1,143,180 in the nation are employed in jobs related to physics.

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Wages for Physics Jobs in New York

In this state, physics grads earn an average of $117,370. Nationwide, they make an average of $103,830.

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

130 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
52,775 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Graduates earn an average $60,407 after graduation. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time.

118 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
11,741 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $31,340. Most students complete their degree in 4.11 years. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1.

#3

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook
108 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
26,782 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,119. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

96 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
23,620 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $78,779 after earning their degree at this institution. It takes the average student 4.10 years to graduate. The student loan default rate of 0.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

64 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
7,501 Total Students

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $77,899 a year. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $33,937.

57 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
30,135 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $79,434 a year. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 58% of students receive it.

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
16,158 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $34,822. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. The 2.90% student loan default rate is lower than average.

36 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
18,148 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. 76% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.90%.

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
32,347 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,240 a year. It takes the average student 4.26 years to graduate. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,300 Total Students

In their early career, The Graduate Center grads earn an average salary of $51,575. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 37%.

#10

Syracuse University

Syracuse
31 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
21,322 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.14 years to graduate. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $58,773 a year.

Physics Careers in NY

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
Physicists 22% $126,740
Physics Postsecondary Professors 18% $102,900
Natural Sciences Managers 17% $124,560
High School Teachers 7% $81,290

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

Major Annual Graduates in NY
Chemistry 1,421
General Physical Sciences 984
Geological & Earth Sciences 573
Other Physical Science 214
Materials Sciences 96
Astronomy & Astrophysics 81
Atmospheric Sciences 61

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