by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 36 colleges and universities when compiling its 2024 Best Physical Sciences Master's Degree Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 1,200 master's degrees in physical sciences to qualified students.
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The physical sciences master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. Important measures of a quality physical sciences program can vary widely even among the top schools. To make it into this list, a school must excel in the following areas.
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
One measure we use to determine the quality of a school is to look at the average salary of master's graduates during the early years of their career. That is, everyone wants their master's degree to be worth something, and salaries are one measure of determining that.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for physical sciences students working on their master's degree.
The physical sciences 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 Physical Sciences Master's Degree Schools in the Southeast Region.
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
Learn about the top ranked colleges and universities for physical sciences students seeking a a master's degree.
It's difficult to beat University of Virginia - Main Campus if you want to pursue a master's degree in physical sciences. University of Virginia is a very large public university located in the suburb of Charlottesville.More information about a master’s in physical sciences from University of Virginia - Main Campus
Every student pursuing a degree in a master's degree in physical sciences has to look into Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. Located in the midsize city of Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in physical sciences from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Emory University is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a master's degree in physical sciences. Located in the large city of Atlanta, Emory is a private not-for-profit university with a large student population.More information about a master’s in physical sciences from Emory University
Any student pursuing a degree in a master's degree in physical sciences has to look into University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. UNC Chapel Hill is a fairly large public university located in the small city of Chapel Hill.More information about a master’s in physical sciences from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Located in the city of Atlanta, Georgia Tech is a public school with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in physical sciences from Georgia Institute of Technology - Main Campus
Located in the medium-sized city of Tallahassee, Florida State is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in physical sciences from Florida State University
Located in the medium-sized city of Gainesville, UF is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in physical sciences from University of Florida
Located in the small suburb of Williamsburg, William & Mary is a public school with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a master’s in physical sciences from William & Mary
UK is a fairly large public university located in the large city of Lexington.More information about a master’s in physical sciences from University of Kentucky
NC State is a very large public university located in the large city of Raleigh.More information about a master’s in physical sciences from North Carolina State University
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Explore the best physical sciences schools for a specific state in the Southeast Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 34 | 130 |
| Florida | 34 | 221 |
| Virginia | 33 | 101 |
| Georgia | 32 | 108 |
| Tennessee | 32 | 99 |
| North Carolina | 31 | 264 |
| Kentucky | 31 | 52 |
| West Virginia | 30 | 24 |
| Alabama | 30 | 68 |
| Louisiana | 30 | 68 |
| South Carolina | 30 | 33 |
| Arkansas | 30 | 32 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 419 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 381 |
| Physics | 297 |
| Other Physical Science | 37 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 22 |
| Materials Sciences | 17 |
| General Physical Sciences | 14 |
| Physics and Astronomy | 9 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 4 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 7,552 |
| Biological & Biomedical Sciences | 4,886 |
| Mathematics & Statistics | 1,707 |
| Engineering Technologies | 1,686 |
| Architecture & Related Services | 1,196 |
| Natural Resources & Conservation | 1,070 |
| Agriculture & Agriculture Operations | 956 |
| Military Technologies & Applied Sciences | 418 |
| Science Technologies / Technicians | 10 |
