Kentucky · Physics

Best Physics institutions in Kentucky, ranked by earnings

The Physics program focuses on the study of matter, energy, and the fundamental forces of nature. It encompasses various specializations, including Atomic/Molecular Physics, Nuclear Physics, and Optics/Optical Sciences, making it suitable…

Institutions
13
offering CIP 40.08
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
65
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$18,407
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
57%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Physicists
$178,660
BLS OEWS 2024

13 institutions offering Physics in Kentucky

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Louisville
Louisville Public
2361%
2Morehead State University
Morehead Public
752%
3Berea College
Berea Private not-for-profit
658%$5,274
4Centre College
Danville Private not-for-profit
681%$18,407
5Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond Public
550%
6Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights Public
552%
7Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green Public
456%
8Thomas More University
Crestview Hills Private not-for-profit
340%$18,902
9University of the Cumberlands
Williamsburg Private not-for-profit
250%$11,672
10Bellarmine University
Louisville Private not-for-profit
164%$22,542
11Georgetown College
Georgetown Private not-for-profit
149%$12,666
12Murray State University
Murray Public
161%
13Transylvania University
Lexington Private not-for-profit
171%$21,881

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Physicists (SOC 19-2012).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+4.0%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~1,700
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$166,290
typically Doctoral or professional degree

Top skills

ScienceReading ComprehensionMathematicsCritical ThinkingSpeakingActive Listening

What Physicists earn in Kentucky

Jobs in Kentucky
30
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$178,660
median $168,660
Best-paying metro

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Physics programs in Kentucky.

How much do Physicists earn in Kentucky?+

The average annual wage for Physicists in Kentucky is $178,660 (median $168,660), across about 30 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Physics program?+

The Physics program focuses on the study of matter, energy, and the fundamental forces of nature. It encompasses various specializations, including Atomic/Molecular Physics, Nuclear Physics, and Optics/Optical Sciences, making it suitable…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop science, reading comprehension, mathematics, critical thinking, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Physicists?+

The national job outlook is about +4.0% growth with around 1,700 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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