by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in physical sciences at WashU. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #1 out of 1 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates WashU highly for physical sciences, ranked #13 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 13 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Missouri | 1 of 9 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Plains States Region | 1 of 36 |
Here is each degree level offered in physical sciences at WashU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 60 |
| Master’s | 30 |
| Doctoral | 35 |
This physical sciences field at WashU covers the following majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 61 |
| Physics | 40 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 17 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 4 |
| Materials Sciences | 3 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Washington University in St Louis conferred 30 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
WashU is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the master’s level. In particular it placed #1 out of 1 schools by College Factual.
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $70,008 | $70,008 |
| Fees | $646 | $646 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 53% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 47% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at WashU were White. Roughly 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washington University in St Louis with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 11 |
| Other Races | 1 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Washington University in St Louis awarded 35 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
WashU is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the doctoral level. In particular it placed #1 out of 2 schools by College Factual.
In the most recent graduating class, 57% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 43% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at WashU were Non-Resident Alien. About 51% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washington University in St Louis with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 18 |
| Other Races | 0 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at WashU. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 60 |