by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in physical sciences at UT Austin. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #4 out of 11 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, UT Austin among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, coming in at #101 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 101 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Texas | 3 of 27 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Southwest Region | 3 of 54 |
Here is each degree level available for physical sciences at UT Austin, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 271 |
| Master’s | 32 |
| Doctoral | 86 |
This physical sciences field at UT Austin covers the following majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 136 |
| Physics | 133 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 77 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 43 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, The University of Texas at Austin handed out 32 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
UT Austin is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the master’s level. Its best result was #4 out of 11 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in Texas | 4 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in the Southwest Region | 5 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools | 73 |
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $36,598 | $54,384 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 50% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at UT Austin were White. Roughly 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 0 |
During the most recent reporting year, The University of Texas at Austin awarded 86 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
UT Austin holds a strong position among schools offering physical sciences at the doctoral level. Its best result was #4 out of 14 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Southwest Region | 4 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in Texas | 4 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools | 35 |
Among recent graduates, 74% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 26% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at UT Austin were Non-Resident Alien. About 47% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 7 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 30 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 40 |
| Other Races | 4 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at UT Austin. Annual undergraduate completions by level are shown below.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 271 |