by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in physical sciences at MIT, M.I.T.. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #2 out of 8 schools (Doctoral level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, MIT, M.I.T. as a strong choice for physical sciences, placing at #38 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 38 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Massachusetts | 5 of 18 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the New England Region | 11 of 38 |
Here is each degree level available for physical sciences at MIT, M.I.T., along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 101 |
| Master’s | 16 |
| Doctoral | 106 |
The physical sciences area of study at MIT, M.I.T. covers the following majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physics | 102 |
| Chemistry | 81 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 34 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 4 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 2 |
During the most recent reporting year, Massachusetts Institute of Technology awarded 16 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
MIT, M.I.T. is not yet ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
In the most recent graduating class, 44% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 56% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at MIT, M.I.T. were White. Roughly 38% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 4 |
| Other Races | 0 |
During the most recent reporting year, Massachusetts Institute of Technology conferred 106 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
MIT, M.I.T. is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the doctoral level. In particular it placed #2 out of 8 schools by College Factual.
For the most recent academic year available, 59% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 41% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at MIT, M.I.T. were White. About 46% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 6 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 49 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 39 |
| Other Races | 3 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at MIT, M.I.T.. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 101 |