by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Northeastern University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #12 out of 17 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Northeastern University among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, placing at #165 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 165 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Massachusetts | 10 of 18 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the New England Region | 21 of 38 |
The table below lists every degree level available for physical sciences at Northeastern University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 51 |
| Master’s | 30 |
| Doctoral | 25 |
The physical sciences area of study at Northeastern University covers the following majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 57 |
| Physics | 46 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 3 |
During the most recent reporting year, Northeastern University awarded 51 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
Northeastern University is in the top 15% of the country for physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #12 out of 17 schools by College Factual.
Physical Sciences students who finish a bachelor’s at Northeastern University go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $88,634 a year. This is below $102,524, the median for all majors at Northeastern University.
To complete a bachelor’s at Northeastern University, physical sciences students borrow a median amount of $25,648 in student loans. This is above $25,611, the typical median for all majors at Northeastern University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $56,500 | $64,990 |
| Fees | $1,172 | $1,172 |
Read more about Northeastern University tuition and fees.
Among recent graduates, 55% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 45% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at Northeastern University are White. About 63% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northeastern University with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 5 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 32 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 5 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at Northeastern University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 30 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 25 |
