60
International graduates, 2024–25
2 bachelor's · 38 master's · 16 doctoral
36 months
OPT after graduation
45
Four-year schools that offer it
2
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Annual openings and 10-year change: BLS projections 2025-35. Median pay: BLS, May 2025. LCA filings: Apr 2025–Mar 2026.
OccupationAnnual openings10-yr changeMedian payLCA filings
Physical Scientists, All OtherSOC 19-20991,400 openings a year · 118 LCA filings1,400+2.1%$122,570118
College teaching in this field: Postsecondary Teachers, All Other · usually requires a doctorate
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Sources: IPEDS Completions 2024–25 (U.S. Department of Education) · DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List · BLS OEWS, May 2025 · BLS Employment Projections 2025-35 · U.S. Department of Labor LCA disclosure data, Apr 2025–Mar 2026. Methodology