Physics

Bachelor's degree · University of Pennsylvania · Philadelphia, PA

CIP 40.08

$68,215Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
55Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Physics at University of Pennsylvania earn a median of $68,215 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $76,786 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,777–$102,948).

Physics (Bachelor's degree) at other Pennsylvania schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington
Abington
$43,461$23,299
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
University Park
$43,461$23,299
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College
Erie
$43,461$23,299

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Physics graduates from University of Pennsylvania make?

The median salary is $68,215 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.