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Physics Schools in Tennessee

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

In terms of popularity, Physics is the 81st most popular major in the state out of a total 274 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in Tennessee

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 119
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 19
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 19
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 19
Master’s Degree 18

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 3.8%
  • Black or African American: 6.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.1%
  • White: 59.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 16.7%
  • Other Races: 8.3%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Tennessee

There are 21,380 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 Tennessee

A typical salary for a physics grad in the state is $88,090, compared to a typical salary of $103,830 nationwide.

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

58 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
30,559 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.10% which is lower than average. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,048 a year. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid.

20 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
22,080 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.60%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
13,537 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 0.90% which is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $19,970.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
22,205 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 69%. It takes the average student 4.57 years to graduate. In their early career, UofM grads earn an average salary of $36,243.

#5

Rhodes College

Memphis
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
1,875 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $25,881. The full-time teacher rate is 83%. The student loan default rate is 3.10% which is lower than average.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
11,728 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 69%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $37,613 a year. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,040.

#7

Fisk University

Nashville
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
911 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $30,884 a year. This private institution charges an average net price of $22,060. Most students complete their degree in 4.21 years.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
10,272 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,105 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

#9

Belmont University

Nashville
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
8,204 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. This private school has an average net price of $30,489. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
13,713 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 71%. The student loan default rate of 7.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

#10

Union University

Jackson
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
3,071 Total Students

The average student takes 4.11 years to complete their degree at Union. Graduates earn an average $41,818 after graduation. 10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Physics Careers in TN

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title TN Job Growth TN Median Salary
Physicists 17% $126,500
Natural Sciences Managers 12% $107,600
High School Teachers 9% $52,020
Physics Postsecondary Professors 9% $71,320

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

Major Annual Graduates in TN
Chemistry 369
Geological & Earth Sciences 189
Materials Sciences 5
Astronomy & Astrophysics 2

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