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Physics Schools in Utah

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

In terms of popularity, Physics is the 71st most popular major in the state out of a total 272 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in Utah

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 146
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 19
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 19
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 19
Master’s Degree 18
Associate Degree 4

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 0.5%
  • Black or African American: 1.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.9%
  • White: 77.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 10.2%
  • Other Races: 4.8%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Utah

There are 11,600 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 Utah

In this state, physics grads earn an average of $93,800. Nationwide, they make an average of $103,830.

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There are 8 colleges in Utah that offer physics degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

57 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
36,461 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 1.30% which is lower than average. Of all the students who attend this school, 71% get financial aid. It takes the average student 5.15 years to graduate.

#2

University of Utah

Salt Lake City
55 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
33,081 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 87% of students receive it. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,572. Most students complete their degree in 4.68 years.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
27,691 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $13,257. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 87% of students receive it. In their early career, USU grads earn an average salary of $38,826.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
40,936 Total Students

44% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $9,955. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 74% of students receive it.

#5

Westminster College Utah

Salt Lake City
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
1,849 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 100%. Graduates earn an average $45,904 after graduation. It takes the average student 4.27 years to graduate.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
31% Graduation Rate
29,596 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.93 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 95% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 4.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#7

Salt Lake Community College

Salt Lake City
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
27,293 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 23% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. The student loan default rate of 9.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#7

Snow College

Ephraim
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
5,800 Total Students

90% of students get financical aid. The 8.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $31,813 after earning their degree at this institution.

Physics Careers in UT

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title UT Job Growth UT Median Salary
Physics Postsecondary Professors 39% $88,920
Natural Sciences Managers 35% $86,880
High School Teachers 27% $57,400

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

Major Annual Graduates in UT
Chemistry 219
Geological & Earth Sciences 124
Atmospheric Sciences 23
General Physical Sciences 20
Astronomy & Astrophysics 5
Other Physical Science 3

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