by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 13 schools in Texas to determine which ones were the best for bachelor's degree seekers in the field of physical sciences. Combined, these schools handed out 1,714 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. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
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.
Average early-career salary of those graduating with their bachelor's degree is one indicator we use in our analysis to find the schools that offer the highest-quality education. After all, your bachelor's degree won't mean much if it doesn't help you find a job that will help you earn a living.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full 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.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Physical Sciences Bachelor's Degree Schools in Texas ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
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Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a bachelor's degree in physical sciences.
It is hard to beat Texas A&M University - College Station if you wish to pursue a bachelor's degree in physical sciences. Located in the midsize city of College Station, Texas A&M College Station is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from Texas A&M University - College Station
Any student who is interested in a bachelor's degree in physical sciences needs to check out The University of Texas at Austin. Located in the city of Austin, UT Austin is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from The University of Texas at Austin
It is hard to beat University of Houston if you want to pursue a bachelor's degree in physical sciences. Located in the city of Houston, UH is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from University of Houston
Baylor University is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting a bachelor's degree in physical sciences. Baylor is a very large private not-for-profit university located in the midsize city of Waco.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from Baylor University
Texas Tech is a very large public university located in the large city of Lubbock.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from Texas Tech University
Located in the medium-sized city of Denton, UNT is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from University of North Texas
Located in the midsize city of Richardson, UT Dallas is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from The University of Texas at Dallas
Located in the large city of Arlington, UT Arlington is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from The University of Texas at Arlington
Located in the city of San Antonio, UTSA is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from The University of Texas at San Antonio
Located in the city of Edinburg, UT Rio Grande Valley is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in physical sciences from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Explore all the Best Physical Sciences Colleges in the Southwest Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 33 | 503 |
| Oklahoma | 32 | 280 |
| New Mexico | 31 | 103 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 812 |
| Physics | 451 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 377 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 38 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 34 |
| General Physical Sciences | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biological & Biomedical Sciences | 10,066 |
| Engineering | 10,055 |
| Agriculture & Agriculture Operations | 2,727 |
| Mathematics & Statistics | 1,869 |
| Engineering Technologies | 1,839 |
| Natural Resources & Conservation | 1,119 |
| Architecture & Related Services | 734 |
| Science Technologies / Technicians | 6 |
| Military Technologies & Applied Sciences | 5 |
