Below are the key facts about graduate study in physical sciences at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #1 out of 1 schools (Doctoral level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates University of Nebraska-Lincoln among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, ranked #178 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 178 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Nebraska | 2 of 5 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Plains States Region | 15 of 36 |
Here is each degree level granted in physical sciences at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 37 |
| Master’s | 21 |
| Doctoral | 22 |
This physical sciences area of study at University of Nebraska-Lincoln breaks down into these majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 39 |
| Physics | 24 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 15 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 2 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Nebraska-Lincoln awarded 21 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln ranks competitively among schools offering physical sciences at the master’s level. Its best result was #3 out of 8 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in the Plains States Region | 3 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools | 63 |
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,930 | $34,800 |
| Fees | $3,514 | $3,514 |
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Among recent graduates, 71% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 29% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln were White. 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 Nebraska-Lincoln with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 8 |
| Other Races | 0 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Nebraska-Lincoln conferred 22 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the doctoral level. In particular it placed #1 out of 1 schools by College Factual.
Among recent graduates, 77% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 23% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln were Non-Resident Alien. Approximately 59% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 13 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Undergraduate study is also available at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 37 |