by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in physical sciences at WSU. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s, Doctoral, Professional Certificate levels, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, WSU among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, placing at #513 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 513 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Kansas | 5 of 5 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Plains States Region | 36 of 36 |
The following degree levels are granted in physical sciences at WSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 17 |
| Master’s | 8 |
| Doctoral | 3 |
| Professional Certificate | 2 |
This physical sciences area of study at WSU includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 18 |
| Physics | 7 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 3 |
| Physical Sciences, Other | 2 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Wichita State University handed out 8 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
WSU has not been ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
In the most recent graduating class, 88% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 12% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at WSU are White. Roughly 38% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Wichita State University with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 2 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Wichita State University conferred 3 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
WSU is not yet ranked for physical sciences at the doctoral level.
For the most recent academic year available, 67% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 33% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at WSU are White. Roughly 100% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Wichita State University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Wichita State University conferred 2 professional certificate degrees in physical sciences.
WSU is not currently ranked for physical sciences at the professional certificate level.
Among recent graduates, 50% of physical sciences professional certificate degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences professional certificate degree graduates at WSU 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 Wichita State University with a professional certificate in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 1 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at WSU. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 17 |