by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at U of Michigan. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #3 out of 13 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks U of Michigan among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, placing at #94 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 94 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Michigan | 3 of 15 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 13 of 62 |
The following degree levels are available for physical sciences at U of Michigan, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 178 |
| Master’s | 89 |
| Doctoral | 125 |
The physical sciences field at U of Michigan breaks down into these majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 144 |
| Physics | 111 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 74 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 36 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 27 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor awarded 178 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
U of Michigan is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #3 out of 13 schools by College Factual.
Physical Sciences graduates with a bachelor’s degree from U of Michigan report a median salary of $81,793 a year. This is lower than $92,481, the median for all majors at U of Michigan.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at U of Michigan, physical sciences graduates take on a median debt of $20,542 in student loans. This is above $19,108, the typical median for all majors at U of Michigan.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $15,850 | $62,749 |
| Fees | $332 | $332 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 53% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 47% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at U of Michigan were White. Approximately 61% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 24 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13 |
| White | 109 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 17 |
| Other Races | 12 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at U of Michigan. Annual graduate completions by level are shown below.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 89 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 125 |
