by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in physical sciences at UIC. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. It ranks as high as #3 out of 18 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks UIC as a strong choice for physical sciences, ranked #244 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 244 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Illinois | 12 of 15 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 30 of 63 |
The table below lists every degree level available for physical sciences at UIC, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 72 |
| Master’s | 20 |
| Doctoral | 38 |
The physical sciences area of study at UIC includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 68 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 35 |
| Physics | 27 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Illinois Chicago awarded 20 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
UIC is a solid choice among schools offering physical sciences at the master’s level. In particular it placed #3 out of 18 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 3 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in Illinois | 3 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools | 30 |
Information about average full-time graduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $36,000 | $45,000 |
| Fees | $3,160 | $3,160 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 60% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 40% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at UIC are Non-Resident Alien. Approximately 40% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Illinois Chicago with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 8 |
| Other Races | 0 |
During the most recent reporting year, University of Illinois Chicago conferred 38 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
UIC is a solid choice among schools offering physical sciences at the doctoral level. Its best result was #4 out of 5 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in Illinois | 4 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 12 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools | 88 |
In the most recent graduating class, 53% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 47% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at UIC are Non-Resident Alien. Approximately 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Illinois Chicago with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 19 |
| Other Races | 0 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at UIC. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 72 |