by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in physical sciences at Northwestern University. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 18 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Northwestern University among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, placing at #3 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 3 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Illinois | 1 of 15 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 1 of 63 |
Here is each degree level offered in physical sciences at Northwestern University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 41 |
| Master’s | 36 |
| Doctoral | 68 |
This physical sciences area of study at Northwestern University breaks down into these majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 72 |
| Physics | 49 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 11 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 10 |
| Materials Sciences | 3 |
During the most recent reporting year, Northwestern University awarded 36 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
Northwestern University is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the master’s level. In particular it placed #1 out of 18 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 1 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in Illinois | 1 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools | 4 |
Information about average full-time graduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $76,704 | $76,704 |
| Fees | $828 | $828 |
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Among recent graduates, 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 Northwestern University were Non-Resident Alien. Roughly 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northwestern University with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 18 |
| Other Races | 1 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Northwestern University awarded 68 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
Northwestern University holds a strong position among schools offering physical sciences at the doctoral level. Specifically, it ranked #2 out of 21 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 2 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in Illinois | 2 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools | 4 |
Among recent graduates, 56% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 44% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at Northwestern University were White. About 43% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northwestern University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 6 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 29 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 17 |
| Other Races | 8 |
Undergraduate study is also available at Northwestern University. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 41 |