by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of this program at Central Michigan University. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #13 out of 13 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Central Michigan University among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, placing at #487 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 487 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Michigan | 13 of 15 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 59 of 62 |
The table below lists every degree level available for physical sciences at Central Michigan University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 29 |
| Master’s | 11 |
| Doctoral | 2 |
This physical sciences field at Central Michigan University includes the following specific majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 14 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 13 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 6 |
| Physics | 4 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 3 |
| Materials Sciences | 2 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Central Michigan University awarded 29 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
Central Michigan University holds a strong position among schools offering physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #13 out of 13 schools by College Factual.
Physical Sciences majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Central Michigan University report a median salary of $52,964 a year. This is below $61,603, the median for all majors at Central Michigan University.
To complete a bachelor’s at Central Michigan University, physical sciences students accumulate a median of $31,000 in student loans. This is higher than $27,873, the typical median for all majors at Central Michigan University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,750 | $15,030 |
| Fees | $450 | $450 |
Learn more about Central Michigan University tuition and fees.
In the most recent graduating class, 66% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 34% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at Central Michigan University are White. Roughly 93% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Central Michigan University with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 27 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at Central Michigan University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 11 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 2 |
