by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in physical sciences at BYU. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. It ranks as high as #1 out of 9 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks BYU as a strong choice for physical sciences, ranked #61 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 61 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Utah | 1 of 6 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region | 1 of 19 |
Here is each degree level granted in physical sciences at BYU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 83 |
| Master’s | 23 |
| Doctoral | 20 |
The physical sciences area of study at BYU breaks down into these majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physics | 49 |
| Chemistry | 41 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 18 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 18 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Brigham Young University handed out 23 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
BYU is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the master’s level. Specifically, it ranked #1 out of 9 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region | 1 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in Utah | 1 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools | 43 |
Information about average full-time graduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $15,528 | $15,528 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 74% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 26% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at BYU were White. Approximately 83% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Brigham Young University with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 19 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 1 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Brigham Young University handed out 20 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
BYU is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the doctoral level. In particular it placed #1 out of 2 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in Utah | 1 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region | 2 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools | 59 |
For the most recent academic year available, 80% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 20% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at BYU were White. Roughly 40% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Brigham Young University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 8 |
| Other Races | 3 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at BYU. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 83 |