by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of this program at WSU. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #12 out of 13 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates WSU as a strong choice for physical sciences, ranked #431 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 431 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Michigan | 12 of 15 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 56 of 62 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in physical sciences at WSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 71 |
| Master’s | 21 |
| Doctoral | 32 |
This physical sciences area of study at WSU covers the following majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 80 |
| Physics | 21 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 8 |
| Physical Sciences, Other | 7 |
| Materials Sciences | 5 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 3 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Wayne State University handed out 71 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
WSU is a solid choice among schools offering physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #12 out of 13 schools by College Factual.
Physical Sciences majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from WSU report a median salary of $33,954 a year. This is below $68,128, the median for all majors at WSU.
To complete a bachelor’s at WSU, physical sciences graduates take on a median debt of $21,590 in student loans. This is lower than $26,749, the typical median for all majors at WSU.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,376 | $32,765 |
| Fees | $1,885 | $1,885 |
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Among recent graduates, 69% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 31% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at WSU are White. Approximately 66% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Wayne State University with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 7 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 47 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 4 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at WSU. Annual graduate completions by level are shown below.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 21 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 32 |
