by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of this program at MSU. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates MSU among the top schools in the country for physics, placing at #113 out of 258 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physics Schools | 113 of 258 |
| Best Physics Schools in Montana | 1 of 2 |
| Best Physics Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region | 4 of 13 |
The table below lists every degree level available for physics at MSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 5 |
| Master’s | 16 |
| Doctoral | 6 |
| Graduate Certificate | 3 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Montana State University handed out 5 bachelor’s degrees in physics.
MSU is not currently ranked for physics at the bachelor’s level.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,654 | $30,784 |
| Fees | $2,161 | $2,503 |
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Among recent graduates, 60% of physics bachelor’s degrees went to men and 40% went to women.
The largest share of physics bachelor’s degree graduates at MSU are White. Roughly 80% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Montana State University with a bachelor’s in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at MSU. Annual graduate completions by level are shown below.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physics | 16 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physics | 6 |
| Graduate Certificate Degrees in Physics | 3 |