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. We've also included details on how Northwestern ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in materials science.
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Northwestern was ranked #4 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for materials science majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #1 in Illinois.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Northwestern University handed out 2 bachelor's degrees in materials sciences. Last year, the same number of degrees were handed out.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the materials science majors at Northwestern University.
Of the 2 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in materials science from Northwestern in 2021, 50% were men and 50% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northwestern University with a bachelor's in materials science.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 62 |
| Physics | 47 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 21 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 14 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
