Physics at Appalachian State University

Master's Degree

Location: Boone, NC•In-State Tuition: $7,541•Out-of-State Tuition: $24,537•Admission Rate: 89%•Avg SAT: 1187
Median Earnings (1yr)
$79,066
62nd percentile (60th in NC)
Sample Size
19
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Appalachian State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Appalachian State University graduates earn $79k, placing them in the 62th percentile of all physics masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina

Physics masters's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (9 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Appalachian State University$79,066———
National Median$72,314———

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Appalachian State University, approximately 26% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.