by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about the program at Vanderbilt University. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 105 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Vanderbilt University among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, ranked #6 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 6 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Tennessee | 1 of 11 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Southeast Region | 1 of 109 |
Here is each degree level available for physical sciences at Vanderbilt University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 62 |
| Master’s | 14 |
| Doctoral | 30 |
The physical sciences field at Vanderbilt University breaks down into these majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 52 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 25 |
| Physics | 23 |
| Materials Sciences | 4 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 2 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Vanderbilt University conferred 62 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
Vanderbilt University is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #1 out of 105 schools by College Factual.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $54,840 | $65,008 |
| Fees | $2,490 | $2,490 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 42% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 58% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at Vanderbilt University are White. Approximately 53% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Vanderbilt University with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 8 |
| Black or African American | 7 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 33 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 4 |
| Other Races | 6 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at Vanderbilt University. Annual graduate completions by level are shown below.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 14 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 30 |