Below are the key facts about this program at NMSU. 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 available for physical sciences at NMSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 21 |
| Master’s | 22 |
| Doctoral | 14 |
The physical sciences area of study at NMSU breaks down into these majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 19 |
| Physics | 18 |
| Chemistry | 13 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 7 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, New Mexico State University-Main Campus awarded 21 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
NMSU is not currently ranked for physical sciences at the bachelor’s level.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,041 | $23,407 |
| Fees | $1,900 | $1,900 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 48% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 52% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at NMSU are Hispanic or Latino. Approximately 57% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from New Mexico State University-Main Campus with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at NMSU. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 22 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 14 |