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Physics Schools in Wisconsin

285 students earned Physics degrees in Wisconsin in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Physics is the 63rd most popular major in the state out of a total 277 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physics Majors in Wisconsin

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 188
Master’s Degree 44
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 32
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 32
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 32
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 21
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 21
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 21

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 3.2%
  • Black or African American: 1.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.0%
  • White: 67.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 15.8%
  • Other Races: 5.6%
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Jobs for Physics Grads in Wisconsin

21,050 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 Wisconsin

Physics grads earn an average of $84,200 in the state and $103,830 nationwide.

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

125 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
44,640 Total Students

In their early career, UW - Madison grads earn an average salary of $55,313. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 58% of students receive it. This public school has an average net price of $17,234.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
10,531 Total Students

A typical student attending UW - La Crosse will pay a net price of $14,654. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. The average student takes 4.48 years to complete their degree at UW - La Crosse.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
11,017 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.44 years. 80% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.10%.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
5,855 Total Students

90% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Graduates earn an average $41,381 after graduation. The 3.00% student loan default rate is lower than average.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
24,565 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $17,486. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $41,703 a year. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.20%.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,430 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.24 years. This private school has an average net price of $22,452. Graduates earn an average $37,518 after graduation.

#7

Carthage College

Kenosha
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
2,763 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.11 years. The student loan default rate is 4.60% which is lower than average. An average student at Carthage will pay a net price of $27,274.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
38% Graduation Rate
4,452 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 68% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $11,082. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
1,939 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 87% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,901 a year. This private institution charges an average net price of $26,612.

#10

Beloit College

Beloit
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
978 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $12,246. The average student takes 4.12 years to complete their degree at Beloit. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 82% are considered full time.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
15,314 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,295 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,687. Of all the students who attend this school, 74% get financial aid.

Physics Careers in WI

Some of the careers physics majors go into include:

Job Title WI Job Growth WI Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 18% $98,510
Physicists 16% $154,070
Physics Postsecondary Professors 4% $75,920
High School Teachers 3% $56,700

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

Major Annual Graduates in WI
Chemistry 406
Geological & Earth Sciences 130
Atmospheric Sciences 34
Astronomy & Astrophysics 30
Materials Sciences 9

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