Physics

Bachelor's degree · James Madison University · Harrisonburg, VA

CIP 40.08

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$93,914Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
15Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Physics at James Madison University earn a median of $93,914. 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 Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg
$58,061$26,224
Virginia Military Institute
Lexington
$46,641—
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond
$39,804$22,078

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Physics graduates from James Madison University make?

The median salary is $93,914 and $93,914 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.