Below are the key facts about graduate study in physical sciences at WPI. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
The table below lists every degree level granted in physical sciences at WPI, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 16 |
| Master’s | 13 |
| Doctoral | 4 |
This physical sciences area of study at WPI breaks down into these majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
In the most recent year for which we have data, Worcester Polytechnic Institute handed out 13 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
WPI is not currently ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
For the most recent academic year available, 46% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 54% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at WPI are White. Approximately 54% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Worcester Polytechnic Institute conferred 4 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
WPI is not yet ranked for physical sciences at the doctoral level.
For the most recent academic year available, 50% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at WPI were White. Roughly 75% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute 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 | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at WPI. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 16 |