by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at West Virginia University. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #1 out of 2 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates West Virginia University among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, coming in at #314 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 314 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in West Virginia | 1 of 2 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Southeast Region | 55 of 109 |
Here is each degree level available for physical sciences at West Virginia University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 49 |
| Master’s | 34 |
| Doctoral | 22 |
The physical sciences area of study at West Virginia University includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physics | 41 |
| Chemistry | 37 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 27 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, West Virginia University handed out 49 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
West Virginia University is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #1 out of 2 schools by College Factual.
Physical Sciences majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from West Virginia University earn a median of $53,830 a year. This is lower than $61,939, the median for all majors at West Virginia University.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at West Virginia University, physical sciences students accumulate a median of $23,803 in student loans. This is lower than $23,844, the typical median for all majors at West Virginia University.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,976 | $28,608 |
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Among recent graduates, 49% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 51% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at West Virginia University were White. Approximately 86% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from West Virginia University with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 42 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Graduate study is also available at West Virginia University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 34 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 22 |
