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#1

#1 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Columbia University in the City of New York
New York, NY

Columbia University is separated into 20 different schools which include the College, global research outposts, Juilliard School, Barnard College, and more. Each new student will meet with an adviser to go over their plan and schedule for the upcoming year....view more

Acceptance Rate

4%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,500–1,560

Est. Net Price *

$20,869

Median Starting Salary

$58,756

#2

#2 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Hampden-Sydney College
Hampden-Sydney, VA

At Hampden-Sydney College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Managerial Economics, Political Science and Government, General, History, and General. In fact, Hampden-Sydney College grants 50 degrees per year to graduating Business/Managerial Economics students....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,070–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$29,578

Median Starting Salary

$74,360

#3

#3 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Morehouse College
Atlanta, GA

Annually, Morehouse College grants about 117 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Political Science and Government, General, and Sociology....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,010–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$34,733

Median Starting Salary

$65,648

#4

#4 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Westmont College
Santa Barbara, CA

At Westmont College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business/Managerial Economics, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Westmont College grants 37 degrees annually to graduating Business/Managerial Economics students....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,270–1,450

Est. Net Price *

$36,412

Median Starting Salary

$73,709

#5

#5 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK

At the University of Central Oklahoma, the three most popular college majors students study are General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Central Oklahoma awards 213 degrees per year to General Studies majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$18,893

Median Starting Salary

$66,665

#6

#6 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO

Each year, Colorado School of Mines grants around 304 degrees to students studying Mechanical Engineering, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

40

SAT Score

1,330–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$29,785

Median Starting Salary

$69,085

#7

#7 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, FL

Every year, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach awards around 442 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,160–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$41,550

Median Starting Salary

$65,536

#8

#8 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Accounting, Computer Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

79

SAT Score

1,290–1,510

Est. Net Price *

$14,297

Median Starting Salary

$66,495

#9

#9 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Fordham University
Bronx, NY

At Fordham University, the most popular majors students study are Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Fordham University grants 229 degrees every year to graduating Finance, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

56%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

1,350–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$45,368

Median Starting Salary

$72,247

#10

#10 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Murray State University
Murray, KY

At Murray State University, the most popular majors students study are Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other, Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, and General Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

1,000–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$9,738

Median Starting Salary

$67,581

#11

#11 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Siena College
Loudonville, NY

Annually, Siena College grants around 87 degrees to those studying Marketing/Marketing Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,110–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$32,602

Median Starting Salary

$73,782

#12

#12 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Tulane University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA

At Tulane University of Louisiana, the most popular majors students pursue are Finance, General, Psychology, General, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, and Other. In fact, Tulane University of Louisiana awards 240 degrees annually to Finance, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

15%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,400–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$50,631

Median Starting Salary

$66,232

#13

#13 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY

At Cornell University, the most popular majors students study are Computer Science, Labor and Industrial Relations, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Cornell University grants 457 degrees annually to Computer Science majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

8%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,480–1,560

Est. Net Price *

$26,455

Median Starting Salary

$66,973

#14

#14 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Platteville, WI

Every year, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville grants about 196 degrees to students studying Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,080–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$15,966

Median Starting Salary

$70,136

#15

#15 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Biola University
La Mirada, CA

At Biola University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,150–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$30,510

Median Starting Salary

$69,980

#16

#16 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Augustana College
Rock Island, IL

At Augustana College, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Augustana College grants 64 degrees per year to graduating Biology/Biological Sciences, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,030–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$24,695

Median Starting Salary

$75,453

#17

#17 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Ohio State University-Main Campus
Columbus, OH

Annually, Ohio State University-Main Campus awards around 794 degrees to students majoring in Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

35

SAT Score

1,340–1,450

Est. Net Price *

$19,575

Median Starting Salary

$67,037

#18

#18 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR

Every year, Ouachita Baptist University awards around 29 degrees to those studying Communication, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Adult Health Nurse/Nursing, and Christian Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,087

Median Starting Salary

$69,892

#19

#19 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Randolph-Macon College
Ashland, VA

Every year, Randolph-Macon College grants around 63 degrees to those studying Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Communication, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,050–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$29,058

Median Starting Salary

$73,795

#20

#20 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI

At the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Economics, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

18%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,370–1,530

Est. Net Price *

$19,005

Median Starting Salary

$66,055

#21

#21 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO

Every year, the University of Colorado Boulder awards around 1087 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,260–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$22,640

Median Starting Salary

$68,585

#22

#22 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Goshen College
Goshen, IN

Every year, Goshen College grants about 28 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business/Commerce, General, Accounting, and Sign Language Interpretation and Translation....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

890–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$17,040

Median Starting Salary

$69,606

#23

#23 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Randolph College
Lynchburg, VA

Each year, Randolph College grants about 21 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,000–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$20,856

Median Starting Salary

$70,848

#24

#24 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of California-Berkeley
Berkeley, CA

At the University of California-Berkeley, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology....view more

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,330–1,540

Est. Net Price *

$16,997

Median Starting Salary

$60,123

#25

#25 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Juniata College
Huntingdon, PA

Annually, Juniata College awards around 52 degrees to students majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Environmental Science, Wildlife, and Fish and Wildlands Science and Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,080–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$28,925

Median Starting Salary

$73,883

#26

#26 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

California Institute of Technology
Pasadena, CA

The popular choices for majors at Caltech are Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, General, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Chemistry, and General. The school has six divisions, all with emphasis on science and engineering, which include 24 majors and 6 minors....view more

Acceptance Rate

3%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,540–1,590

Est. Net Price *

$23,397

Median Starting Salary

$59,465

#27

#27 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Yale University
New Haven, CT

Yale offers students seventy possible majors, which must be declared by sophomore or junior years, but students are always welcome to change. Some of the top majors currently are Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Political Science and Government, General, Computer and Information Sciences, General, Cell/Cellular and......view more

Acceptance Rate

5%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,490–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$26,044

Median Starting Salary

$61,365

#28

#28 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX

Every year, Stephen F Austin State University grants about 278 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

980–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$15,498

Median Starting Salary

$67,991

#29

#29 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Piedmont University
Demorest, GA

At Piedmont University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

990–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$21,599

Median Starting Salary

$68,282

#30

#30 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Brown University
Providence, RI

In 1969, Brown University removed general education requirements, allowing students to craft their own journey with the help of an advising network. Popular concentrations include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Applied Mathematics, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Engineering, and......view more

Acceptance Rate

5%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,500–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$26,608

Median Starting Salary

$67,924

#31

#31 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Texas Lutheran University
Seguin, TX

At Texas Lutheran University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,050–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$23,600

Median Starting Salary

$71,170

#32

#32 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Kettering University
Flint, MI

Each year, Kettering University awards about 191 degrees to students majoring in Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,090–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$33,616

Median Starting Salary

$68,829

#33

#33 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Delaware State University
Dover, DE

At Delaware State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

62%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

880–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$15,555

Median Starting Salary

$69,212

#34

#34 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Tufts University
Medford, MA

Every year, Tufts University grants about 159 degrees to those majoring in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and International Relations and Affairs....view more

Acceptance Rate

10%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,460–1,550

Est. Net Price *

$33,333

Median Starting Salary

$68,604

#35

#35 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

New York University
New York, NY

Each year, New York University awards around 533 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

9%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,480–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$30,730

Median Starting Salary

$64,808

#36

#36 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Providence College
Providence, RI

Each year, Providence College grants around 187 degrees to those studying Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and......view more

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,270–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$46,645

Median Starting Salary

$77,389

#37

#37 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH

At Case Western Reserve University, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

29%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,430–1,540

Est. Net Price *

$41,351

Median Starting Salary

$69,280

#38

#38 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT

Annually, the University of Connecticut grants around 382 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Economics, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,230–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$22,324

Median Starting Salary

$68,194

#39

#39 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

LeTourneau University
Longview, TX

At LeTourneau University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,140–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$27,007

Median Starting Salary

$65,257

#40

#40 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA

At Point Loma Nazarene University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Child Development, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,130–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$36,370

Median Starting Salary

$68,362

#41

#41 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Boston University
Boston, MA

At Boston University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Computer Science, Economics, and General. In fact, Boston University grants 678 degrees per year to graduating Business Administration and Management, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,410–1,520

Est. Net Price *

$27,551

Median Starting Salary

$68,876

#42

#42 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA

At Santa Clara University, the most popular majors students study are Finance, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Psychology, and General. In fact, Santa Clara University grants 160 degrees every year to graduating Finance, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,350–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$49,651

Median Starting Salary

$71,591

#43

#43 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Stevens Institute of Technology
Hoboken, NJ

At Stevens Institute of Technology, the most popular majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Stevens Institute of Technology grants 159 degrees annually to graduating Mechanical Engineering students....view more

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,380–1,500

Est. Net Price *

$43,665

Median Starting Salary

$72,259

#44

#44 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of California-San Diego
La Jolla, CA

At the University of California-San Diego, the most popular majors students study are Cognitive Science, Computer Science, and Anatomy. In fact, the University of California-San Diego grants 717 degrees annually to graduating Cognitive Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

25%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,290–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$13,293

Median Starting Salary

$62,058

#45

#45 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI

Each year, the University of Wisconsin-Madison awards around 549 degrees to students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,330–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$14,216

Median Starting Salary

$71,474

#46

#46 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Elon University
Elon, NC

At Elon University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Finance, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,150–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$41,849

Median Starting Salary

$76,926

#47

#47 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Westminster College
New Wilmington, PA

At Westminster College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Education, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,040–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$21,089

Median Starting Salary

$71,740

#48

#48 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Trinity University
San Antonio, TX

At Trinity University, the most popular majors students pursue are Finance, General, Accounting, Computer and Information Sciences, and General. In fact, Trinity University grants 38 degrees every year to Finance, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

28%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,340–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$32,264

Median Starting Salary

$70,045

#49

#49 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Terre Haute, IN

Every year, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology grants around 120 degrees to students studying Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,300–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$44,016

Median Starting Salary

$70,481

#50

#50 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

John Carroll University
University Heights, OH

Annually, John Carroll University awards around 76 degrees to those majoring in Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,210–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$30,790

Median Starting Salary

$74,521

#51

#51 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI

Annually, Marquette University grants about 192 degrees to those studying Biomedical Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,230–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$32,031

Median Starting Salary

$72,910

#52

#52 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester, MA

Annually, Worcester Polytechnic Institute awards around 238 degrees to those studying Mechanical Engineering, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer Science, Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering, and Chemical Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,200–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$47,799

Median Starting Salary

$75,713

#53

#53 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH

Each year, Xavier University awards around 356 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,090–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$31,542

Median Starting Salary

$74,496

#54

#54 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
Durham, NH

At the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,130–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$24,762

Median Starting Salary

$73,375

#55

#55 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Miami University-Oxford
Oxford, OH

At Miami University-Oxford, the three most popular college majors students study are Finance, General, Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Miami University-Oxford awards 329 degrees every year to Finance, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,240–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$27,928

Median Starting Salary

$70,586

#56

#56 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Saint Louis University
Saint Louis, MO

At Saint Louis University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,240–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$30,911

Median Starting Salary

$70,350

#57

#57 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Saint Anselm College
Manchester, NH

Each year, Saint Anselm College grants around 88 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Criminology, Political Science and Government, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,100–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$35,091

Median Starting Salary

$78,261

#58

#58 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY

Each year, Ithaca College grants around 120 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,210–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$34,297

Median Starting Salary

$76,575

#59

#59 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Drew University
Madison, NJ

Annually, Drew University grants around 50 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,130–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$28,193

Median Starting Salary

$70,442

#60

#60 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of the Pacific
Stockton, CA

At the University of the Pacific, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,160–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$30,975

Median Starting Salary

$65,673

#61

#61 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus
Norman, OK

At the University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Zoology/Animal Biology, and Journalism. In fact, the University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus grants 308 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,140–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$19,900

Median Starting Salary

$66,216

#62

#62 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Tulsa
Tulsa, OK

At the University of Tulsa, the three most popular college majors students study are Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Tulsa grants 60 degrees every year to Mechanical Engineering majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,170–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$23,681

Median Starting Salary

$64,928

#63

#63 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS

Every year, the University of Kansas grants about 269 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Journalism, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,080–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$18,322

Median Starting Salary

$68,727

#64

#64 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY

Each year, the University at Buffalo awards around 776 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,220–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$20,511

Median Starting Salary

$64,937

#65

#65 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Belmont University
Nashville, TN

Annually, Belmont University grants about 272 degrees to students majoring in Music Management, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Recording Arts Technology/Technician, Music, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,150–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$37,558

Median Starting Salary

$73,544

#66

#66 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Simpson College
Indianola, IA

Each year, Simpson College grants around 29 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Health and Wellness, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,400–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$23,637

Median Starting Salary

$72,339

#67

#67 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe, AZ

Annually, Arizona State University Campus Immersion grants around 1185 degrees to students studying Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,090–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$16,401

Median Starting Salary

$63,449

#68

#68 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

Every year, the University of Arizona awards around 440 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Physiology, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,110–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$18,144

Median Starting Salary

$65,773

#69

#69 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Michigan Technological University
Houghton, MI

Each year, Michigan Technological University grants about 266 degrees to those studying Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,150–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$17,928

Median Starting Salary

$67,260

#70

#70 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO

At Southeast Missouri State University, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Southeast Missouri State University grants 118 degrees per year to General Studies majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

890–1,080

Est. Net Price *

$14,843

Median Starting Salary

$67,764

#71

#71 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN

At Austin Peay State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

970–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$14,679

Median Starting Salary

$66,569

#72

#72 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MN

At Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Business Analytics, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,518

Median Starting Salary

$68,525

#73

#73 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Linfield University
McMinnville, OR

At Linfield University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. In fact, Linfield University grants 238 degrees every year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,050–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$31,462

Median Starting Salary

$70,575

#74

#74 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Whittier College
Whittier, CA

At Whittier College, the three most popular college majors students study are Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,160–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$32,436

Median Starting Salary

$70,827

#75

#75 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Carroll University
Waukesha, WI

Every year, Carroll University awards about 105 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,100–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$25,171

Median Starting Salary

$73,802

#76

#76 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Maine
Orono, ME

At the University of Maine, the most popular majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Maine awards 111 degrees per year to graduating Mechanical Engineering students....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,080–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$18,237

Median Starting Salary

$69,883

#77

#77 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, IL

Every year, the University of Illinois Chicago awards about 426 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Computer Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,140–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$11,499

Median Starting Salary

$64,977

#78

#78 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, MN

At the University of Minnesota Duluth, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,140–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$19,542

Median Starting Salary

$72,321

#79

#79 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Las Cruces, NM

At New Mexico State University-Main Campus, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

900–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$8,353

Median Starting Salary

$64,583

#80

#80 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR

Every year, the University of Central Arkansas grants around 129 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$16,362

Median Starting Salary

$65,859

#81

#81 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Christian Brothers University
Memphis, TN

Annually, Christian Brothers University awards about 49 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

980–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$17,068

Median Starting Salary

$65,497

#82

#82 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Anderson University
Anderson, IN

Annually, Anderson University grants about 41 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

940–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$21,914

Median Starting Salary

$70,846

#83

#83 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Massachusetts-Boston
Boston, MA

Annually, the University of Massachusetts-Boston awards around 433 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,090–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$17,554

Median Starting Salary

$66,143

#84

#84 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN

At Trevecca Nazarene University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Theology and Religious Vocations, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$16,222

Median Starting Salary

$67,006

#85

#85 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV

At the University of Nevada-Reno, the most popular majors students pursue are Public Health, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, the University of Nevada-Reno awards 351 degrees per year to Public Health, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,050–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$16,801

Median Starting Salary

$66,607

#86

#86 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY

Each year, Northern Kentucky University awards around 384 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$8,151

Median Starting Salary

$67,662

#87

#87 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Morningside University
Sioux City, IA

At Morningside University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

710–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$23,482

Median Starting Salary

$72,112

#88

#88 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Oakland University
Rochester Hills, MI

Each year, Oakland University awards around 520 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Psychology, General, and Mechanical Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,000–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$15,734

Median Starting Salary

$67,080

#89

#89 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK

At Southwestern Oklahoma State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Pharmaceutical Sciences....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$14,761

Median Starting Salary

$67,945

#90

#90 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Albion College
Albion, MI

At Albion College, the three most popular college majors students study are Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

950–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$18,470

Median Starting Salary

$68,926

#91

#91 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD

Annually, Morgan State University grants around 77 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

870–1,080

Est. Net Price *

$15,350

Median Starting Salary

$66,753

#92

#92 Best College for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics in the U.S.

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI

Every year, Eastern Michigan University grants around 381 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

920–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$17,388

Median Starting Salary

$67,440

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About Engineering Physics/Applied Physics

A program focusing on the use of physics principles in the analysis and evaluation of engineering problems and other scientific applications. Includes instruction in high- and low-temperature phenomena, computational physics, superconductivity, applied thermodynamics, molecular and particle physics applications, and space science research.

While Engineering Physics/Applied Physics has degrees up to the Bachelors degree, most students study towards a Bachelors degree. Students study Engineering Physics/Applied Physics all around the US, though the major at the Bachelors degree level has the most graduates in Illinois. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Engineering Physics/Applied Physics is $64,763.

Popularity of Engineering Physics/Applied Physics Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

Some top jobs related to Engineering Physics/Applied Physics, include Engineers, All Other and Natural Sciences Managers, both of which are in high demand. Yet there are higher paying positions, like Architectural and Engineering Managers. the most available position for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics majors is Architectural and Engineering Managers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Engineering Physics/Applied Physics majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
650
Female Students
118 (18%)
Male Students
532 (81%)

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