by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in physical sciences at Boston College. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks Boston College as a strong choice for physical sciences, coming in at #29 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 29 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Massachusetts | 4 of 18 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the New England Region | 8 of 38 |
The table below lists every degree level available for physical sciences at Boston College, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 28 |
| Master’s | 14 |
| Doctoral | 12 |
The physical sciences field at Boston College includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 30 |
| Physics | 18 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 6 |
During the most recent reporting year, Boston College awarded 14 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
Boston College is not currently ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $69,600 | $69,600 |
| Fees | $305 | $305 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 71% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 29% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at Boston College are White. Roughly 43% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Boston College with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 1 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Boston College conferred 12 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
Boston College is not yet ranked for physical sciences at the doctoral level.
In the most recent graduating class, 67% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 33% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at Boston College were Non-Resident Alien. About 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Boston College with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Undergraduate study is also available at Boston College. Annual undergraduate completions by level are shown below.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 28 |