by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in physical sciences at University of Rochester. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #1 out of 10 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates University of Rochester as a strong choice for physical sciences, ranked #25 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 25 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in New York | 2 of 34 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 6 of 83 |
The following degree levels are offered in physical sciences at University of Rochester, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 72 |
| Master’s | 72 |
| Doctoral | 48 |
The physical sciences area of study at University of Rochester includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physics | 113 |
| Chemistry | 57 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 13 |
| Materials Sciences | 9 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of Rochester awarded 72 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
University of Rochester is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the master’s level. Its best result was #1 out of 10 schools by College Factual.
In the most recent graduating class, 74% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 26% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at University of Rochester were Non-Resident Alien. Roughly 42% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Rochester with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 5 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 26 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 30 |
| Other Races | 5 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Rochester conferred 48 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
University of Rochester is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the doctoral level. Specifically, it ranked #1 out of 11 schools by College Factual.
In the most recent graduating class, 62% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 38% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at University of Rochester are White. About 40% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Rochester with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 19 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 14 |
| Other Races | 6 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at University of Rochester. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 72 |