Physics, General at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA
Total Graduates
8
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
75%
6 of 8
Female Graduates
25%
2 of 8
Annual Tuition
$16,591
In-state rate
Available Degrees for Physics, General
Program Popularity
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Salary & Earnings
Typical earnings for occupations related to this program
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
Primary OccupationRelated Occupations
Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$161,180
10-Year Job Growth
+3.7%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
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Clinical Research Coordinators
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Natural Sciences Managers
SOC: 11-9121 | $128,944 | +3.7% | 75%
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Physicists
SOC: 19-2012 | $133,032 | +4% | 75%
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Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC: 25-1054 | $77,888 | +2.5% | 75%
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| $51,664 | -1.6% | 75%
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$120,885
Peak Salary
$201,475
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
research, analysis, and problem-solving; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Conducting research
- Solving complex problems
- Organization
- Data management
- Helping others
- Teaching
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy research, analysis, and problem-solving; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people?
Do you value speaking?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer routine tasks
- • Those who prefer working independently
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.