by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of this program at UPRM. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #2 out of 2 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks UPRM as a strong choice for physical sciences, placing at #493 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 493 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 2 of 7 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 1 of 1 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in physical sciences at UPRM, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 76 |
| Master’s | 12 |
| Doctoral | 8 |
This physical sciences area of study at UPRM covers the following majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 48 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 21 |
| Physics | 19 |
| Physical Sciences, General | 5 |
| Materials Sciences | 3 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez conferred 76 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
UPRM ranks competitively among schools offering physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #2 out of 2 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 2 |
| Best Physical Sciences Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 2 |
| Best Physical Sciences Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 398 |
Physical Sciences majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from UPRM earn a median of $49,485 a year. This is below $50,937, the median for all majors at UPRM.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at UPRM, physical sciences students accumulate a median of $9,500 in student loans. This is above $8,661, the typical median for all majors at UPRM.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,640 | $5,024 |
| Fees | $250 | $250 |
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Among recent graduates, 45% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 55% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at UPRM were Hispanic or Latino. About 95% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 72 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 4 |
Graduate study is also available at UPRM. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 12 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 8 |
