by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Cornell University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #11 out of 27 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Cornell University among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, coming in at #124 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 124 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in New York | 9 of 34 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 26 of 83 |
The table below lists every degree level available for physical sciences at Cornell University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 126 |
| Master’s | 76 |
| Doctoral | 63 |
This physical sciences area of study at Cornell University covers the following majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 123 |
| Physics | 84 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 27 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 24 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 7 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Cornell University conferred 126 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
Cornell University is in the top 15% of the country for physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #11 out of 27 schools by College Factual.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Cornell University, physical sciences students borrow a median amount of $15,541 in student loans. This is higher than $15,005, the typical median for all majors at Cornell University.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $60,286 | $68,380 |
| Fees | $934 | $934 |
Learn more about Cornell University tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 60% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 40% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at Cornell University are White. About 34% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cornell University with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 27 |
| Black or African American | 7 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 22 |
| White | 43 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 15 |
| Other Races | 12 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at Cornell University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 76 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 63 |