Here is an overview of the graduate program in physical sciences at UAF. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
Here is each degree level available for physical sciences at UAF, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 16 |
| Master’s | 17 |
| Doctoral | 10 |
This physical sciences area of study at UAF covers the following majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 21 |
| Chemistry | 12 |
| Physics | 9 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 1 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of Alaska Fairbanks handed out 17 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
UAF is not yet ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
Among recent graduates, 59% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 41% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at UAF are White. Roughly 76% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Alaska Fairbanks with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of Alaska Fairbanks awarded 10 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
UAF is not currently ranked for physical sciences at the doctoral level.
Among recent graduates, 70% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 30% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at UAF are Non-Resident Alien. Roughly 40% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Alaska Fairbanks with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 2 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 4 |
| Other Races | 4 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at UAF. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 16 |