by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in physical sciences at FAU. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks FAU as a strong choice for physical sciences, placing at #397 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 397 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Florida | 12 of 15 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Southeast Region | 75 of 110 |
The following degree levels are available for physical sciences at FAU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 80 |
| Certificate | 1 |
| Master’s | 15 |
| Doctoral | 14 |
This physical sciences field at FAU includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 48 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 48 |
| Physics | 14 |
During the most recent reporting year, Florida Atlantic University handed out 15 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
FAU has not been ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
In the most recent graduating class, 67% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 33% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at FAU were White. About 73% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
During the most recent reporting year, Florida Atlantic University conferred 14 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
FAU has not been ranked for physical sciences at the doctoral level.
For the most recent academic year available, 50% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at FAU are Non-Resident Alien. About 43% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 1 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at FAU. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 80 |
| Certificate Degrees in Physical Sciences | 1 |