by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in physical sciences at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. It ranks as high as #2 out of 2 schools (Doctoral level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks The University of Tennessee-Knoxville as a strong choice for physical sciences, ranked #333 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 333 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Tennessee | 5 of 11 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Southeast Region | 61 of 110 |
The following degree levels are granted in physical sciences at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 59 |
| Master’s | 15 |
| Doctoral | 29 |
This physical sciences area of study at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 44 |
| Physics | 36 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 23 |
During the most recent reporting year, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville conferred 15 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is not currently 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 | $16,696 | $35,140 |
| Fees | $3,812 | $4,712 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 87% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 13% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville are White. About 60% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from The University of Tennessee-Knoxville with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 0 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville conferred 29 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the doctoral level. Its best result was #2 out of 2 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in Tennessee | 2 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region | 23 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools | 99 |
In the most recent graduating class, 62% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 38% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville are White. Roughly 55% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from The University of Tennessee-Knoxville with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 6 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Undergraduate study is also available at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 59 |