Compare 5 Physical Sciences, General. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $49,614. Top programs: $63,005+.
Physical Sciences, General programs produce graduates earning between $33,281 and $63,005—a $30K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 5 ranked programs, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Rochester Institute of Technology's Physical Sciences program leads with graduates earning $63,005—well above the $49,614 average across all programs. Northern Arizona University follows at $55,725, proving that regional publics compete effectively with private institutions in this field.
Highest program earnings: $63,005
Strong outcomes ($63,005) with 71% acceptance
7.9% payment burden | Excellent
19.0% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $63,005 | 11 | $26,778 | Good | $35,625 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $55,725 | 12 | $19,000 | Excellent | $23,489 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $52,946 | 49 | $19,500 | Good | $23,519 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $43,112 | 32 | $20,500 | Manageable | $26,240 | High | |
| #5 | Villanova UniversityPrivate | $33,281 | 16 | $25,874 | High | $40,000 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
