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Physical Sciences in Colorado

Physical Sciences Schools in Colorado

953 students earned Physical Sciences degrees in Colorado in the 2022-2023 year.

In terms of popularity, Physical Sciences is the 12th most popular major in the state out of a total 30 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Colorado

Physical Sciences majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 190
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 172
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 172
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 172
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

In Colorado, a physical sciences major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physical sciences majors in Colorado is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.7%
  • Black or African American: 0.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.4%
  • White: 67.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 11.3%
  • Other Races: 7.6%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Colorado

In this state, there are 34,450 people employed in jobs related to a physical sciences degree, compared to 1,844,320 nationwide.

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Wages for Physical Sciences Jobs in Colorado

In this state, physical sciences grads earn an average of $93,750. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,890.

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There are 6 colleges in Colorado that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

134 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
37,437 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 74%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $20,971. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1.

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85 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
32,428 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 72% are considered full time. A typical student attending Colorado State will pay a net price of $18,512. 84% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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74 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
6,744 Total Students

The average student takes 4.28 years to complete their degree at Mines. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $27,978.

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11 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
13,856 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 48% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. This private school has an average net price of $34,737.

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8 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
11,460 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 58%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,465. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

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5 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
24,723 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. 94% of students get financical aid. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,782.

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Physical Sciences Careers in CO

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title CO Job Growth CO Median Salary
Chemistry Professors 30% $76,180
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 22% $90,110
Chemists 21% $72,120
Architectural and Engineering Managers 13% $160,210

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to physical sciences.

Major Annual Graduates in CO
Engineering 1,387
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 585
Natural Resources & Conservation 459
Agriculture 227
Mathematics & Statistics 191
Architecture/Urban Planning 121
Engineering Technologies 77

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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