by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of this program at University of Virginia UVa UVA. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #2 out of 13 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks University of Virginia UVa UVA among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, ranked #88 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 88 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Virginia | 2 of 14 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Southeast Region | 14 of 109 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in physical sciences at University of Virginia UVa UVA, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 191 |
| Master’s | 38 |
| Doctoral | 48 |
This physical sciences area of study at University of Virginia UVa UVA breaks down into these majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 180 |
| Physics | 58 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 39 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of Virginia-Main Campus handed out 191 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
University of Virginia UVa UVA is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #2 out of 13 schools by College Factual.
Physical Sciences majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from University of Virginia UVa UVA report a median salary of $61,344 a year. This is below $96,792, the median for all majors at University of Virginia UVa UVA.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at University of Virginia UVa UVA, physical sciences graduates take on a median debt of $19,425 in student loans. This is higher than $18,623, the typical median for all majors at University of Virginia UVa UVA.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,010 | $57,261 |
| Fees | $3,646 | $4,330 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 50% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at University of Virginia UVa UVA were White. Roughly 56% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Virginia-Main Campus with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 40 |
| Black or African American | 7 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9 |
| White | 107 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 4 |
| Other Races | 24 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at University of Virginia UVa UVA. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 38 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 48 |
