by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in physical sciences at Tufts University. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #2 out of 7 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Tufts University among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, coming in at #17 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 17 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Massachusetts | 2 of 18 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the New England Region | 4 of 38 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in physical sciences at Tufts University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 39 |
| Master’s | 32 |
| Doctoral | 14 |
The physical sciences field at Tufts University breaks down into these majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 51 |
| Physics | 22 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 7 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 5 |
During the most recent reporting year, Tufts University awarded 32 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
Tufts University ranks competitively among schools offering physical sciences at the master’s level. Specifically, it ranked #2 out of 7 schools by College Factual.
For the most recent academic year available, 41% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 59% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at Tufts University were White. About 56% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Tufts University with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 11 |
| Other Races | 1 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Tufts University awarded 14 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
Tufts University holds a strong position among schools offering physical sciences at the doctoral level. In particular it placed #3 out of 8 schools by College Factual.
In the most recent graduating class, 57% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 43% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at Tufts University are Non-Resident Alien. Approximately 57% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Tufts University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 8 |
| Other Races | 0 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at Tufts University. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 39 |