by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in physical sciences at Vanderbilt University. You can earn it at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #2 out of 30 schools (Doctoral level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Vanderbilt University among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, ranked #8 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 8 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Tennessee | 1 of 11 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Southeast Region | 1 of 110 |
Here is each degree level available for physical sciences at Vanderbilt University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 62 |
| Master’s | 14 |
| Doctoral | 30 |
The physical sciences field at Vanderbilt University breaks down into these majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 52 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 25 |
| Physics | 23 |
| Materials Sciences | 4 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 2 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Vanderbilt University handed out 14 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
Vanderbilt University has not been ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
The full-time graduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $73,148 | $73,148 |
| Fees | $700 | $700 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 71% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 29% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at Vanderbilt University were White. Approximately 64% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Vanderbilt University with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 1 |
During the most recent reporting year, Vanderbilt University handed out 30 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
Vanderbilt University ranks competitively among schools offering physical sciences at the doctoral level. Its best result was #2 out of 30 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region | 2 |
| Best Physical Sciences Doctor’s Degree Schools | 10 |
Among recent graduates, 47% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 53% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at Vanderbilt University are White. Approximately 77% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Vanderbilt University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 23 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at Vanderbilt University. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 62 |