Best Physics Schools in Oregon
Oregon has 5 colleges offering Physics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 60 recent graduates. Graduates earn $43,801 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $43,163.
5
Schools in OR
$43,801
OR Avg. Earnings
$43,163
National Avg.
135
Schools Nationally
Public vs Private: Physics in Oregon
Public Schools (4)
$43,801
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
avg. 2yr earnings
Physics Schools in Oregon, Ranked by Earnings
#1
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR · Public
$37,208
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $35,441
Graduates: 20
Acceptance: 78.8%
#2
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus
Bend, OR · Public
$37,208
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $35,441
Graduates: 20
Acceptance: 68.4%
#3
Willamette University
Salem, OR · Private
N/A
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 79.1%
#4
Portland State University
Portland, OR · Public
$60,161
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 90.9%
#5
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR · Public
$40,626
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $23,310
Graduates: 20
Acceptance: 85.1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best school for Physics in Oregon?
Oregon State University ranks #1 for Physics in Oregon with median graduate earnings of $37,208 within two years of graduation. There are 5 schools offering Physics programs in the state.
How much do Physics graduates earn in Oregon?
Physics graduates in Oregon earn an average of $43,801 within two years of graduation. This is 1% above the national average of $43,163 for this major.
What is the hardest Physics school to get into in Oregon?
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is the most selective Physics program in Oregon with an acceptance rate of 68.4%. The average acceptance rate across Physics programs in the state is 80.5%.
Other Popular Majors in Oregon
Computer Science $76,614 Construction Engineering $71,295 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $69,675 Manufacturing Engineering $69,338 Dental Support Services and Allied Professions $68,168 Industrial Engineering $67,420 Chemical Engineering $63,600 Engineering, Other $62,991
All colleges in Oregon → Physics in Other States
Get Physics Career Insights
We're building major-specific salary reports with ROI analysis by school. Be the first to get yours.
You're in! Check your email to confirm your subscription.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.