Physics

Doctoral degree · University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign · Champaign, IL

CIP 40.08

$103,403Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$163,024Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

35Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Physics at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign earn a median of $103,403 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $130,153 four years after graduating (middle half: $87,633–$170,254).

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Civil EngineeringMaster's degree$79,099
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Frequently asked questions

How much do Physics graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign make?

The median salary is $103,403 one year after graduation.

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