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Physics at University of Connecticut-Avery Point

Groton, CT · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $32,341/yr (-30% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (50% exposed)

Job Market Large (77,700 openings/yr)

ROI 6.0x earnings multiple (2.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #69 of 75 Physics programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Physics graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$407K	$417K	$412K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	5.8x	6.0x	5.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	2.5x	2.6x	2.6x
Probability of Field Employment	70%	62%	46%
DegreeOutlook Score	29	28	37

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$69,848

Out-of-state: $160,520 (2.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$46,016

34% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,460

9.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

Starting salaries of $32,341/yr fall 30% below the $46,482 national median for Physics. The financial case depends heavily on whether tuition compensates.

At 6.0x the cost of in-state tuition, the ten-year earnings outlook represents a strong return. Not exceptional, but meaningfully positive.

AI risk is moderate — 50% task exposure — and the -1% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $25,460 debt-to-$32,341 income ratio translates to about 9 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #69 out of 75 programs, University of Connecticut-Avery Point's financial outcomes for Physics trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

About University of Connecticut-Avery Point

University of Connecticut-Avery Point has a 87% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, a compact campus enrolling 464 students in Groton, CT. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $46,016 — 34% less than the list price.

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Top Career Paths

Physicists $166,290/yr

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Physics teachers, postsecondary $97,360/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does University of Connecticut-Avery Point's Physics program score?

This program scores 28/100 — on the lower end for Physics. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How vulnerable is Physics to AI automation?

AI won't 'replace' Physics careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 50% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.

Why are Physics earnings lower at University of Connecticut-Avery Point?

Lower starting pay at University of Connecticut-Avery Point may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →