by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in physical sciences at NAU. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates NAU highly for physical sciences, coming in at #253 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 253 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Arizona | 3 of 15 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Southwest Region | 11 of 54 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in physical sciences at NAU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 90 |
| Master’s | 21 |
| Doctoral | 4 |
This physical sciences field at NAU includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 58 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 25 |
| Physics and Astronomy | 13 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 10 |
| Physics | 7 |
| Materials Sciences | 2 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Northern Arizona University awarded 21 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
NAU is not currently ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
In the most recent graduating class, 38% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 62% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at NAU are White. Approximately 76% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Arizona University with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Northern Arizona University conferred 4 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
NAU is not yet ranked for physical sciences at the doctoral level.
Among recent graduates, 75% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 25% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at NAU were White. About 75% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Arizona University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at NAU. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 90 |