by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in physical sciences at HU. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates HU highly for physical sciences, coming in at #209 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 209 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in District of Columbia | 3 of 3 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 51 of 83 |
The following degree levels are available for physical sciences at HU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 28 |
| Master’s | 11 |
| Doctoral | 4 |
The physical sciences area of study at HU includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 23 |
| Physics | 14 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 6 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Howard University handed out 11 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
HU is not yet ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
Information about average full-time graduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $38,620 | $38,620 |
| Fees | $1,136 | $1,136 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 73% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 27% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at HU are Black or African American. Approximately 82% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Howard University with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 9 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Howard University handed out 4 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
HU is not currently ranked for physical sciences at the doctoral level.
Among recent graduates, 25% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 75% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at HU are Black or African American. Approximately 100% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Howard University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Undergraduate study is also available at HU. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 28 |