by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in physical sciences at UWM. You can earn it at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #2 out of 2 schools (Doctoral level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, UWM as a strong choice for physical sciences, coming in at #372 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 372 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Wisconsin | 10 of 10 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 44 of 63 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in physical sciences at UWM, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 40 |
| Master’s | 11 |
| Doctoral | 20 |
The physical sciences field at UWM covers the following majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 22 |
| Physics | 22 |
| Chemistry | 17 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 10 |
During the most recent reporting year, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee conferred 11 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
UWM is not currently ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
In the most recent graduating class, 55% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 45% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at UWM were White. Approximately 55% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 2 |
During the most recent reporting year, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee conferred 20 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
UWM holds a strong position among schools offering physical sciences at the doctoral level. Its best result was #2 out of 2 schools by College Factual.
For the most recent academic year available, 65% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 35% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at UWM are 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 Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 10 |
| Other Races | 3 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at UWM. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 40 |