Physics at University of Pennsylvania

Doctoral Degree

Location: Philadelphia, PA•In-State Tuition: $66,104•Admission Rate: 6%•Avg SAT: 1545
Median Earnings (1yr)
$80,488
10th percentile (60th in PA)
Sample Size
17
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Pennsylvania graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Pennsylvania graduates earn $80k, placing them in the 10th percentile of all physics doctoral programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania

Physics doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (7 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Pennsylvania$80,488———
National Median$99,494———

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 University of Pennsylvania, approximately 16% 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.