Physics
Doctoral degree · University of California-Irvine · Irvine, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$159,892Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
17Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Physics at University of California-Irvine earn a median of $159,892. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $130,153 four years after graduating (middle half: $87,633–$170,254).
Physics (Doctoral degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $116,750 | — |
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $106,324 | — |
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $89,022 | — |
Other programs at University of California-Irvine
- Computer ScienceMaster's degree
$148,476 - Human Computer InteractionMaster's degree
$123,979 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$119,774 - LawFirst professional degree
$93,534 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$87,715 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$87,217 - Biomedical/Medical EngineeringMaster's degree
$85,995 - ChemistryDoctoral degree
$83,436 - Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$82,161 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree
$80,412 - Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree
$79,812 - Applied MathematicsMaster's degree
$78,041 - Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree
$73,835 - Management Sciences and Quantitative MethodsMaster's degree
$73,209 - MedicineFirst professional degree
$71,598 - Accounting and Related ServicesMaster's degree
$70,432 - Management Information Systems and ServicesBachelor's degree
$68,786 - Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$67,633 - Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space EngineeringBachelor's degree
$67,425 - Public HealthMaster's degree
$67,277
Frequently asked questions
How much do Physics graduates from University of California-Irvine make?
The median salary is $159,892 and $159,892 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.