by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at ETSU. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #9 out of 11 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks ETSU as a strong choice for physical sciences, placing at #453 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 453 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Tennessee | 8 of 11 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Southeast Region | 90 of 109 |
Here is each degree level available for physical sciences at ETSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 46 |
| Master’s | 24 |
The physical sciences area of study at ETSU includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 33 |
| Chemistry | 31 |
| Physics | 6 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, East Tennessee State University conferred 46 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
ETSU holds a strong position among schools offering physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #9 out of 11 schools by College Factual.
Physical Sciences students who finish a bachelor’s at ETSU earn a median of $49,751 a year. This is below $58,402, the median for all majors at ETSU.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,486 | $11,630 |
| Fees | $2,096 | $2,096 |
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Among recent graduates, 54% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 46% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at ETSU are White. Approximately 78% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from East Tennessee State University with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 36 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 6 |
Graduate study is also available at ETSU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 24 |