by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in physical sciences at West Virginia University. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. It ranks as high as #1 out of 1 schools (Doctoral level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates West Virginia University among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, coming in at #288 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 288 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in West Virginia | 1 of 2 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Southeast Region | 50 of 110 |
Here is each degree level available for physical sciences at West Virginia University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 49 |
| Master’s | 34 |
| Doctoral | 22 |
The physical sciences area of study at West Virginia University includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physics | 41 |
| Chemistry | 37 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 27 |
During the most recent reporting year, West Virginia University handed out 34 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
West Virginia University is not currently ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
Information about average full-time graduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,302 | $22,365 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 56% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 44% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at West Virginia University were White. About 59% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from West Virginia University with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 20 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 2 |
During the most recent reporting year, West Virginia University handed out 22 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
West Virginia University is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the doctoral level. Specifically, it ranked #1 out of 1 schools by College Factual.
Among recent graduates, 77% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 23% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at West Virginia University are White. About 55% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from West Virginia University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 12 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 10 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Undergraduate study is also available at West Virginia University. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 49 |