by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how JMU ranks among other schools offering degrees in physics.
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The bachelor's program at JMU was ranked #152 on College Factual's Best Schools for physics list. It is also ranked #8 in Virginia.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, James Madison University handed out 17 bachelor's degrees in physics. This is an increase of 31% over the previous year when 13 degrees were handed out.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the physics majors at James Madison University.
Of the 17 physics students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2020-2021 from JMU, about 82% were men and 18% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at JMU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 76% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from James Madison University with a bachelor's in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 38 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 34 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
