by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in physical sciences at University of Nevada-Reno. You can earn it at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #1 out of 1 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, University of Nevada-Reno as a strong choice for physical sciences, ranked #245 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 245 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Nevada | 1 of 4 |
The following degree levels are offered in physical sciences at University of Nevada-Reno, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 74 |
| Master’s | 24 |
| Doctoral | 23 |
The physical sciences area of study at University of Nevada-Reno includes the following specific majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 42 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 36 |
| Physics | 34 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 9 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of Nevada-Reno handed out 24 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
University of Nevada-Reno is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the master’s level. Specifically, it ranked #1 out of 1 schools by College Factual.
Among recent graduates, 62% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 38% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at University of Nevada-Reno were White. Roughly 58% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Nevada-Reno with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 14 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 1 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of Nevada-Reno awarded 23 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
University of Nevada-Reno 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 University of Nevada-Reno were White. Roughly 57% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Nevada-Reno with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 3 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at University of Nevada-Reno. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 74 |