Physics

Doctoral degree · University of Maryland-College Park · College Park, MD

CIP 40.08

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$92,830Median earnings 3 years after
$120,347Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
40Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Physics at University of Maryland-College Park earn a median of $92,830. 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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Frequently asked questions

How much do Physics graduates from University of Maryland-College Park make?

The median salary is $92,830 and $120,347 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.