Engineering Physics/Applied Physics

CIP 14.1201 Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

2 total including inactive

States

Across 2 states

Graduates (2024)

Total completions

Engineering Physics/Applied Physics is offered as a associate program at schools across 2 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Massachusetts and Michigan.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$167,740

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Job Growth

+3.8%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$3,810

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Architectural and Engineering Managers. In-state tuition ranges from $600 to $7,020, and the work is primarily indoor with light physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 11 (73.3%)

Female: 4 (26.7%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 15 (100.0%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Investigative

Realistic

Conventional

research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Analytical

✓ Curious

✓ Practical

✓ Hands-on

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

● Conducting research

● Solving complex problems

● Building things

● Working with hands

● Organization

● Data management

⭐ Work Values

♦ Writing

♦ Speaking

♦ Active Listening

♦ Knowledge

♦ Independence

♦ Accuracy

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?

Are you comfortable working indoor with light physical demands?

Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?

Do you value writing?

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
• Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
• Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
• Those who prefer routine tasks
• Those who dislike repetitive tasks

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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.