by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in physical sciences at UCLA. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #5 out of 18 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates UCLA among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, ranked #40 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 40 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in California | 9 of 92 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in physical sciences at UCLA, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 228 |
| Master’s | 141 |
| Doctoral | 91 |
This physical sciences area of study at UCLA includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 168 |
| Physics | 150 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 56 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 43 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 37 |
| Materials Sciences | 6 |
During the most recent reporting year, University of California-Los Angeles conferred 141 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
UCLA is in the top 10% of the country for physical sciences at the master’s level. Its best result was #5 out of 18 schools by College Factual.
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $56,518 | $68,757 |
| Fees | $1,714 | $1,714 |
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Among recent graduates, 60% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 40% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at UCLA are Non-Resident Alien. Roughly 34% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of California-Los Angeles with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 23 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16 |
| White | 42 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 48 |
| Other Races | 8 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of California-Los Angeles awarded 91 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
UCLA is a solid choice among schools offering physical sciences at the doctoral level. Its best result was #6 out of 11 schools by College Factual.
For the most recent academic year available, 64% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 36% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at UCLA are White. About 37% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of California-Los Angeles with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 14 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11 |
| White | 34 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 24 |
| Other Races | 8 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at UCLA. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 228 |