Physics

Doctoral degree · University of Michigan-Ann Arbor · Ann Arbor, MI

CIP 40.08

$95,584Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$141,253Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
32Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Physics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor earn a median of $95,584 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).

Physics (Doctoral degree) at other Michigan schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Michigan State University
East Lansing
$80,184—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Physics graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor make?

The median salary is $95,584 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.