Here is an overview of this program at HU. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
The following degree levels are available for physical sciences at HU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 28 |
| Master’s | 11 |
| Doctoral | 4 |
The physical sciences area of study at HU includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 23 |
| Physics | 14 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 6 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Howard University conferred 28 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
HU is not yet 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 | $28,450 | $35,344 |
| Fees | $466 | $466 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 36% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 64% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at HU were Black or African American. Roughly 68% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Howard University with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 19 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 4 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Graduate study is also available at HU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 11 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 4 |