Below are the key facts about this program at Harvard University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
Here is each degree level offered in physical sciences at Harvard University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 134 |
| Master’s | 62 |
| Doctoral | 71 |
The physical sciences area of study at Harvard University includes the following specific majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physics | 113 |
| Chemistry | 109 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 45 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Harvard University handed out 134 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
Harvard University is not currently ranked for physical sciences at the bachelor’s level.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $51,143 | $56,550 |
| Fees | $5,126 | $5,126 |
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Among recent graduates, 57% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 43% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at Harvard University were Asian. Roughly 31% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Harvard University with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 41 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15 |
| White | 36 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 24 |
| Other Races | 13 |
Graduate study is also available at Harvard University. Annual graduate completions by level are shown below.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 62 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 71 |