by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how Mississippi State ranks among other schools offering degrees in physics.
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The bachelor's program at Mississippi State was ranked #155 on College Factual's Best Schools for physics list. It is also ranked #1 in Mississippi.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Mississippi State University handed out 10 bachelor's degrees in physics.
In 2021, 8 students received their master’s degree in physics from Mississippi State. This makes it the #75 most popular school for physics master’s degree candidates in the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the physics majors at Mississippi State University.
All of the 10 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in physics from Mississippi State in 2021 were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 80% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Mississippi State University with a bachelor's in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Of the 8 physics students who graduated with a master's degree in 2020-2021 from Mississippi State, about 75% were men and 25% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Mississippi State University with a master's in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 8 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 181 |
| Chemistry | 44 |
