Below are the key facts about this program at Oregon State University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #3 out of 4 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks Oregon State University among the top schools in the country for physics, ranked #141 out of 258 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physics Schools | 141 of 258 |
| Best Physics Schools in Oregon | 2 of 4 |
The table below lists every degree level available for physics at Oregon State University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 22 |
| Master’s | 4 |
| Doctoral | 8 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Oregon State University handed out 22 bachelor’s degrees in physics.
Oregon State University is among the very best schools in the country for physics at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #3 out of 4 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physics Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Oregon | 3 |
| Best Physics Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region | 31 |
| Best Physics Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 130 |
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Oregon State University, physics graduates take on a median debt of $25,410 in student loans. This is above $24,020, the typical median for all majors at Oregon State University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,065 | $35,700 |
| Fees | $2,490 | $2,490 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 68% of physics bachelor’s degrees went to men and 32% went to women.
The majority of physics bachelor’s degree graduates at Oregon State University are White. About 73% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Oregon 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 | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Graduate study is also available at Oregon State University. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physics | 4 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physics | 8 |