2024 Best Biological & Physical Science Schools in the Southeast Region
21
Colleges in the Southeast Region
2,262
Biological Science Degrees Awarded
$25,993
Avg Early-Career Salary
Ranked #38 in popularity,
biological & physical science is one of the most sought-after degree programs in the nation. This makes choosing the right school a hard decision.
In 2024, College Factual analyzed 21 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Biological & Physical Science Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 2,262 degrees in biological & physical science to qualified students.
What's on this page: * Degree-Level Rankings
Choosing a Great Biological & Physical Science School
Your choice of biological & physical science school matters, so we have put together these rankings to help you make your decision. For our Best Overall Biological & Physical Science School rankings, we roll up the results of our degree-level rankings, weighted by the number of degrees awarded at that level.
In order to find the schools that are the best fit for you, you may want to filter to one of the degree levels below.
Pick Your Biological & Physical Science Degree Level
Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Biological & Physical Science Schools in the Southeast Region list, to help you choose the best school for you.
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Best Schools for Biological & Physical Science in the Southeast Region
If you aren't interested in a particular degree level and want to know which schools are the overall best at delivering an education for the biological science degrees they offer, see the list below.
10 Top Southeast Region Schools in Biological Science
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
16th
Most Popular In VA
William & Mary is a wonderful decision for students interested in a degree in biological & physical science. William & Mary is a medium-sized public school located in the suburb of Williamsburg. A Best Colleges rank of #111 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means William & Mary is a great school overall.
There were roughly 3 biological & physical science students who graduated with this degree at William & Mary in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in biological & physical science from William & Mary
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In FL
533
Biological Science Degrees Awarded
Any student who is interested in biological & physical science has to check out Florida International University. Located in the large suburb of Miami, FIU is a public university with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #183 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means FIU is a great university overall.
There were roughly 533 biological & physical science students who graduated with this degree at FIU in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in biological & physical science from Florida International University
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
11th
Most Popular In VA
It is hard to beat University of Virginia - Main Campus if you want to pursue a degree in biological & physical science. Located in the suburb of Charlottesville, University of Virginia is a public university with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #33 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means University of Virginia is a great university overall.
There were approximately 20 biological & physical science students who graduated with this degree at University of Virginia in the most recent year we have data available.
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Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
15th
Most Popular In VA
Every student pursuing a degree in biological & physical science has to check out George Mason University. Located in the suburb of Fairfax, GMU is a public university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #117 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means GMU is a great university overall.
There were roughly 7 biological & physical science students who graduated with this degree at GMU in the most recent year we have data available.
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UGA is a fairly large public university located in the midsize city of Athens. A Best Colleges rank of #72 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means UGA is a great university overall.
There were roughly 112 biological & physical science students who graduated with this degree at UGA in the most recent year we have data available. Students who receive their degree from the biological science program make an average of $12,715 in their early career salary.
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VCU is a fairly large public university located in the city of Richmond. A Best Colleges rank of #240 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means VCU is a great university overall.
There were about 98 biological & physical science students who graduated with this degree at VCU in the most recent year we have data available. Degree recipients from the biological & physical science degree program at Virginia Commonwealth University earn $2,320 more than the typical college graduate with the same degree when they enter the workforce.
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Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In LA
Located in the distant town of Ruston, Louisiana Tech is a public university with a large student population. This university ranks 8th out of 29 colleges for overall quality in the state of Louisiana.
There were approximately 9 biological & physical science students who graduated with this degree at Louisiana Tech in the most recent year we have data available.
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Northern Virginia Community College is a fairly large public college located in the suburb of Annandale. A Best Colleges rank of #385 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Northern Virginia Community College is a great college overall.
There were roughly 367 biological & physical science students who graduated with this degree at Northern Virginia Community College in the most recent year we have data available. Soon after graduating, biological science degree recipients usually earn about $18,823 at the beginning of their careers.
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Located in the city of Tampa, USF Tampa is a public university with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #229 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means USF Tampa is a great university overall.
There were roughly 8 biological & physical science students who graduated with this degree at USF Tampa in the most recent year we have data available. Degree recipients from the biological & physical science program at University of South Florida - Main Campus get $22,258 more than the average college graduate with the same degree when they enter the workforce.
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Located in the city of Mobile, USA is a public university with a fairly large student population. This university ranks 8th out of 40 schools for overall quality in the state of Alabama.
There were about 7 biological & physical science students who graduated with this degree at USA in the most recent year we have data available.
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