Physics

Master's degree · Duke University · Durham, NC

CIP 40.08

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$77,669Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
33Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Physics at Duke University earn a median of $77,669. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $96,478 four years after graduating (middle half: $63,485–$130,121).

Physics (Master's degree) at other North Carolina schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Appalachian State University
Boone
$79,066—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Physics graduates from Duke University make?

The median salary is $77,669.

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