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2026 Best Physics Education Master’s Degree Schools

8 Colleges in the United States
35 Physics Education Degrees Awarded
$58,818 Avg Early-Career Salary

Physics Education degree programs prepare students for a range of careers in the field. The schools below stand out for the quality of their physics education programs.

To produce this 2026 ranking, College Factual evaluated 138 schools to find the best for physics education students.

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Best Schools for Physics Education in the United States

See the highest-ranked physics education schools offering a master’s degree below.

Top Schools in Physics Education

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Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT

Western Governors University is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in physics education. Western Governors University is a very large private not-for-profit school located in the suburb of Salt Lake City. The six-year graduation rate is 46%. About 35 physics education degrees were awarded at Western Governors University in the most recent year. Graduates of the physics education program make about $58,818 in their early career. Typical student debt for the program is $25,145. More information about a degree in physics education from Western Governors University

Other Physics Education Degree Levels

Explore the best physics education schools at other degree levels:

All Degree Levels in Physics Education
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Notes and References

The ranking above is published by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. The methodology weighs graduation rate, post-graduation earnings, cost, and program quality, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).

Ranking method: College Major Top Ranked · 138 schools evaluated.

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