by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in physical sciences at UW. You can earn it at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #6 out of 9 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks UW highly for physical sciences, placing at #254 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 254 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Wyoming | 1 of 1 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region | 12 of 19 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in physical sciences at UW, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 50 |
| Master’s | 23 |
| Doctoral | 17 |
The physical sciences field at UW includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 39 |
| Chemistry | 22 |
| Physics | 20 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 6 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 3 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Wyoming conferred 23 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
UW ranks competitively among schools offering physical sciences at the master’s level. Its best result was #6 out of 9 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region | 6 |
| Best Physical Sciences Master’s Degree Schools | 102 |
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,620 | $35,460 |
| Fees | $1,702 | $1,702 |
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Among recent graduates, 39% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 61% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at UW were White. About 43% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Wyoming with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 10 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 4 |
| Other Races | 2 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Wyoming awarded 17 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
UW has not been ranked for physical sciences at the doctoral level.
Among recent graduates, 76% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 24% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at UW were White. Approximately 29% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Wyoming with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 5 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at UW. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 50 |