by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in physical sciences at UPRM. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks UPRM as a strong choice for physical sciences, placing at #497 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 497 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 2 of 7 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 1 of 1 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in physical sciences at UPRM, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 76 |
| Master’s | 12 |
| Doctoral | 8 |
This physical sciences area of study at UPRM covers the following majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 48 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 21 |
| Physics | 19 |
| Physical Sciences, General | 5 |
| Materials Sciences | 3 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez conferred 12 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
UPRM is not yet ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
In the most recent graduating class, 67% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 33% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at UPRM were Non-Resident Alien. Roughly 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 1 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez awarded 8 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
UPRM has not been ranked for physical sciences at the doctoral level.
Among recent graduates, 25% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 75% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at UPRM are Hispanic or Latino. About 88% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at UPRM. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 76 |