by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in Virginia to review for the 2025 Best Physics Master's Degree Schools in Virginia ranking. If you would like to see more options to choose from, check out the Best Master's Degree Schools in the United States ranking..
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The physics school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Physics Master's Degree Schools in Virginia.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in physics.
George Mason University is a good option for individuals interested in a master's degree in physics. Located in the large suburb of Fairfax, GMU is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in physics from George Mason University
Explore all the Best Physics Schools in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.State Colleges Degrees Awarded Florida 208 51 Georgia 190 26 North Carolina 178 92 Tennessee 166 18 Alabama 151 20 Kentucky 147 8 Louisiana 147 11 South Carolina 146 5 Mississippi 145 13 Arkansas 121 2 West Virginia 112 10
One of 8 majors within the Physical Sciences area of study, Physics has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 36 |
| Other Physics | 10 |
| Atomic/Molecular Physics | 5 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 49 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 14 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 8 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 4 |
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