by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in physical sciences at Princeton University. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 2 schools (Doctoral level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Princeton University as a strong choice for physical sciences, placing at #19 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 19 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in New Jersey | 1 of 13 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 4 of 83 |
The following degree levels are granted in physical sciences at Princeton University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 63 |
| Master’s | 84 |
| Doctoral | 74 |
This physical sciences area of study at Princeton University covers the following majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 100 |
| Physics | 64 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 34 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 19 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 4 |
During the most recent reporting year, Princeton University handed out 84 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
Princeton University holds a strong position among schools offering physical sciences at the master’s level. Specifically, it ranked #4 out of 20 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 4 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools | 17 |
Among recent graduates, 63% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 37% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at Princeton University were Non-Resident Alien. Roughly 45% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Princeton University with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 32 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 38 |
| Other Races | 5 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Princeton University handed out 74 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
Princeton University is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the doctoral level. Its best result was #1 out of 2 schools by College Factual.
In the most recent graduating class, 65% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 35% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at Princeton University were White. About 38% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Princeton University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 14 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 28 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 25 |
| Other Races | 4 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at Princeton University. Annual undergraduate completions by level are shown below.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 63 |