by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in physical sciences at GWU. You can earn it at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates GWU among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, placing at #113 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 113 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in District of Columbia | 2 of 3 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 25 of 83 |
Here is each degree level offered in physical sciences at GWU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 18 |
| Master’s | 16 |
| Doctoral | 10 |
The physical sciences field at GWU includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 28 |
| Physics | 14 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 2 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, George Washington University handed out 16 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
GWU is not yet 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 | $72,520 | $72,520 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 50% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at GWU are White. Roughly 69% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from George Washington 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 | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 2 |
During the most recent reporting year, George Washington University awarded 10 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
GWU is not yet ranked for physical sciences at the doctoral level.
In the most recent graduating class, 60% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 40% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at GWU are White. Roughly 80% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from George Washington University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Undergraduate study is also available at GWU. Annual undergraduate completions by level are shown below.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 18 |