by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in physical sciences at UH. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #3 out of 11 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates UH as a strong choice for physical sciences, ranked #149 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 149 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Texas | 5 of 27 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Southwest Region | 5 of 54 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in physical sciences at UH, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 70 |
| Master’s | 29 |
| Doctoral | 60 |
This physical sciences area of study at UH includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 74 |
| Chemistry | 43 |
| Physics | 36 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 6 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Houston awarded 29 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
UH holds a strong position among schools offering physical sciences at the master’s level. Its best result was #3 out of 11 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in Texas | 3 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in the Southwest Region | 4 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools | 71 |
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $20,723 | $29,363 |
| Fees | $1,032 | $1,032 |
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Among recent graduates, 69% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 31% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at UH were Non-Resident Alien. About 38% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Houston with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 11 |
| Other Races | 0 |
During the most recent reporting year, University of Houston handed out 60 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
UH is a solid choice among schools offering physical sciences at the doctoral level. Its best result was #5 out of 14 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Southwest Region | 5 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in Texas | 5 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools | 60 |
In the most recent graduating class, 68% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 32% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at UH are Non-Resident Alien. About 52% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Houston with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 8 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 31 |
| Other Races | 4 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at UH. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 70 |