Physical Sciences at California State University - Fullerton

We'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 Cal State Fullerton ranks among other schools offering degrees in physical sciences.

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Physical Sciences Degrees Available at Cal State Fullerton

Cal State Fullerton Physical Sciences Rankings

The bachelor's program at Cal State Fullerton was ranked #142 on College Factual's Best Schools for physical sciences list. It is also ranked #16 in California.

Ranking Type	Rank
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (With Aid)	26
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (With Aid)	27
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (Income $75-$110k)	30
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (Income $75-$110k)	30
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (Income $48-$75k)	38
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (Income Over $110k)	38
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (Income $30-$48k)	39
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (Income $48-$75k)	40
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (Income Over $110k)	41
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (Income $30-$48k)	43
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (Income $0-$30k)	44
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences (Income $0-$30k)	44
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences	70
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Physical Sciences	73
Highest Paid Master’s Degree Physical Sciences Graduates	76
	81
Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools	125
Highest Paid Bachelor’s Degree Physical Sciences Graduates	137
Best Physical Sciences Bachelor’s Degree Schools	138
	154
	275
	741

Popularity of Physical Sciences at Cal State Fullerton

During the 2020-2021 academic year, California State University - Fullerton handed out 79 bachelor's degrees in physical sciences. Due to this, the school was ranked #144 in popularity out of all colleges and universities that offer this degree. This is a decrease of 19% over the previous year when 98 degrees were handed out.

In 2021, 14 students received their master’s degree in physical sciences from Cal State Fullerton. This makes it the #155 most popular school for physical sciences master’s degree candidates in the country.

Physical Sciences Student Diversity at Cal State Fullerton

Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the physical sciences majors at California State University - Fullerton.

Cal State Fullerton Physical Sciences Bachelor’s Program

During the 2020-2021 academic year, 79 physical sciences majors earned their bachelor's degree from Cal State Fullerton. Of these graduates, 54% were men and 46% were women.

The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from California State University - Fullerton with a bachelor's in physical sciences.

Ethnic Background	Number of Students
Asian	15
Black or African American	0
Hispanic or Latino	31
White	21
Non-Resident Aliens	3
Other Races	9

Cal State Fullerton Physical Sciences Master’s Program

Of the 14 physical sciences students who graduated with a master's degree in 2020-2021 from Cal State Fullerton, about 93% were men and 7% were women.

The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from California State University - Fullerton with a master's in physical sciences.

Ethnic Background	Number of Students
Asian	2
Black or African American	0
Hispanic or Latino	2
White	7
Non-Resident Aliens	2
Other Races	1

Physical Sciences Majors

Physical Sciences students may decide to major in one of the following focus areas. Individual majors may not be available for all degree levels.

Major	Annual Graduates
Physics	35
Chemistry	32
Geological & Earth Sciences	26

Majors Similar to Physical Sciences

Related Major	Annual Graduates
Engineering	611
Computer & Information Sciences	459
Biological & Biomedical Sciences	243
Mathematics & Statistics	129
Natural Resources & Conservation	17

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References

National Center for Education Statistics
O*NET Online
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