For those majoring in physics, there are a number of lucrative career paths after college.
Want to learn more about potential career opportunities for your major? “What You Can Do with a Major In…?,” brought to you by the VMI Office of Career Services, provides an overview of a variety of occupation options. Enroll today in FOCUS 2 using the access code “keydet” to sign-up and start to explore your options after VMI.
Here are some examples of occupations that may interest you:
| OCCUPATION | US NATIONAL MEAN SALARY |
|---|---|
| Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineer | $112,010.00 |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientist | $94,840.00 |
| Biophysicist | $94,340.00 |
| Cartographer and Photogrammetrists | $66,160.00 |
| Mathematician | $105,600.00 |
| Meteorologist | $94,840.00 |
| Nuclear Engineer | $105,950.00 |
| Radiation Protection Engineer | $105,950.00 |
| Technical Publications Writer | $73,160.00 |
* Salary data provided by Focus2 and US Department of Labor (2022)
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