by our College Data Analytics TeamPhysics programs are offered at a focused set of schools across the country. While the number of schools offering the program varies, there are still top-quality ones to be found.
College Factual analyzed 13 schools to build this 2026 ranking of the best physics schools.
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Below are the schools that deliver the strongest overall physics education in Oregon.
No school ranked higher than Reed College this year for physics. This small private not-for-profit university is located in the city of Portland. About 72% of students finish within six years. There were roughly 15 physics students who graduated with this degree at Reed College in the most recent data year. Physics graduates of Reed College earn a median of $30,588 early in their careers. Typical student debt for the program is $21,137. Read more about the physics program at Reed College
Oregon State University is one of the finest schools in the country for a degree in physics, ranking #2. Set in the city of Corvallis, Oregon State University is a very large public institution. Roughly 70% of students complete a degree within six years here. Oregon State University awarded about 32 physics degrees in the most recent data year. Physics graduates of Oregon State University earn a median of $48,169 early in their careers. Typical student debt for the program is $25,410. More information about a degree in physics from Oregon State University
University Of Oregon came in at #3 on our 2026 list of the best physics schools. Located in the city of Eugene, University Of Oregon is a very large public university. About 72% of students finish within six years. About 32 physics degrees were awarded at University Of Oregon in the most recent year. Physics graduates of University Of Oregon earn a median of $44,628 early in their careers. Students borrow a median of $22,034 to complete this degree. More information about a degree in physics from University Of Oregon
A rank of #4 makes Portland State University one of the top schools for physics. This very large public university is located in the city of Portland. About 53% of students finish within six years. There were roughly 15 physics students who graduated with this degree at Portland State University in the most recent data year. Students who receive their physics degree from Portland State University earn around $62,749 in the first couple years of their career. Students borrow a median of $29,070 to complete this degree. More information about a degree in physics from Portland State University
This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. Schools are scored on a blend of student outcomes (graduation rate, post-graduation earnings), affordability, and program focus, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Top Ranked · 13 schools evaluated.
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