by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 11 colleges and universities when compiling its 2024 Best Physical Sciences Bachelor's Degree Schools in Pennsylvania ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 1,945 bachelor's degrees in physical sciences to qualified students.
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The physical sciences bachelor'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. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
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 ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their bachelor's degree from the school. This is because one of the main reasons people pursue their bachelor's degree is to enable themselves to find better-paying positions.
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 bachelor'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 Bachelor's Degree Schools in Pennsylvania.
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The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing a bachelor's degree in physical sciences.
University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus is a good option for students pursuing a bachelor's degree in physical sciences. Located in the large city of Pittsburgh, Pitt is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus
Every student pursuing a degree in a bachelor's degree in physical sciences needs to check out Drexel University. Located in the city of Philadelphia, Drexel is a private not-for-profit university with a very large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from Drexel University
It is difficult to beat Temple University if you wish to pursue a bachelor's degree in physical sciences. Located in the large city of Philadelphia, Temple is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from Temple University
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania is a good decision for students interested in a bachelor's degree in physical sciences. Bloomsburg is a moderately-sized public university located in the small city of Bloomsburg.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Millersville University of Pennsylvania is a great decision for individuals pursuing a bachelor's degree in physical sciences. Located in the large suburb of Millersville, Millersville is a public university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Located in the city of East Stroudsburg, East Stroudsburg University is a public university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
YCP is a small private not-for-profit college located in the medium-sized suburb of York.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from York College of Pennsylvania
La Roche is a small private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of Pittsburgh.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from La Roche University
Clarion University is a small public university located in the remote town of Clarion.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from Clarion University of Pennsylvania
SRU is a moderately-sized public university located in the town of Slippery Rock.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Explore all the Best Physical Sciences Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 37 | 2,449 |
| New Jersey | 34 | 587 |
| Maryland | 33 | 613 |
| Delaware | 30 | 86 |
| District of Columbia | 28 | 103 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 737 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 450 |
| Physics | 439 |
| Materials Sciences | 124 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 86 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 64 |
| General Physical Sciences | 44 |
| Other Physical Science | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 6,617 |
| Biological & Biomedical Sciences | 6,384 |
| Mathematics & Statistics | 1,704 |
| Natural Resources & Conservation | 733 |
| Engineering Technologies | 711 |
| Agriculture & Agriculture Operations | 675 |
| Architecture & Related Services | 473 |
| Military Technologies & Applied Sciences | 84 |
| Science Technologies / Technicians | 29 |
