Physical Sciences
Physical Sciences, Other
Physical sciences not listed above.
Where it can lead
Careers this field can lead to
Explore related careers, starting with the closest connections and the occupations hiring the most people.
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
- Median pay
- $77,640
- Hiring change through 2035
- 2.0%
- Job openings a year
- 12,500
To get hiredDoctoral or professional degree
Explore this career GrowingNatural Sciences Managers
- Median pay
- $167,220
- Hiring change through 2035
- 8.2%
- Job openings a year
- 9,200
To get hiredBachelor's degree
Explore this career Growing with the economyPhysical Scientists, All Other
- Median pay
- $122,570
- Hiring change through 2035
- 2.1%
- Job openings a year
- 1,400
To get hiredBachelor's degree
Explore this careerAll work is projected to grow 3.5% between 2025 and 2035; read every hiring-change figure against it.
Working style
How and where the work happens
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Few of the careers connected to this field are measured as substantially in-person or active work. Compare the specific occupations to see how much time each one involves with people, equipment, and movement.
College options
Where to study it
Ordered by how many degrees each college awards in this field. Sort by any numbered column.
| College | Degrees a year | Admit rate | Average annual cost after aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Alabama in Huntsville AL | 27 | 74% | $18,000 |
| University of Mary Washington VA | 20 | 86% | $15,000 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University VA | 17 | 57% | $18,000 |
| University of California-San Diego CA | 10 | 25% | $10,000 |
| Wayne State University MI | 6 | 82% | $12,000 |
| Stony Brook University NY | 4 | 49% | $21,000 |
| Xavier University OH | 3 | 88% | $32,000 |
| Temple University PA | 2 | 83% | $27,000 |
| Suffolk University MA | 1 | 85% | $26,000 |
| Arcadia University PA | 1 | 79% | $26,000 |
| University of Utah UT | 1 | 87% | $14,000 |