Physics at CUNY Brooklyn College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Physics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (66 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Brooklyn College | — | — | — | — |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | $60,348 | $88,071 | $20,270 | 0.34 |
| Cornell University | $50,933 | — | $15,961 | 0.31 |
| CUNY City College | $48,908 | — | — | — |
| Rochester Institute of Technology | $48,374 | — | $27,000 | 0.56 |
| Stony Brook University | $44,562 | $69,154 | $21,683 | 0.49 |
| National Median | $47,670 | — | $23,304 | 0.49 |
Other Physics Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy | $61,884 | $60,348 | $20,270 |
| Cornell University Ithaca | $66,014 | $50,933 | $15,961 |
| CUNY City College New York | $7,340 | $48,908 | — |
| Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester | $57,016 | $48,374 | $27,000 |
| Stony Brook University Stony Brook | $10,560 | $44,562 | $21,683 |
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 CUNY Brooklyn College, approximately 56% 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.