Physics

Bachelor's degree · Southern Arkansas University Main Campus · Magnolia, AR

CIP 40.08

$58,870Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$89,685Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$22,250Median federal debt

23Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Physics at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus earn a median of $58,870 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $76,786 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,777–$102,948). Median debt is $22,250, about 38% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Physics graduates from Southern Arkansas University Main Campus make?

The median salary is $58,870 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,250.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.