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Physical Sciences Schools in District of Columbia

87 students earned Physical Sciences degrees in District of Columbia in the 2020-2021 year.

A Physical Sciences major is the 22nd most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in District of Columbia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 56
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 31
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 31
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 31

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.4%
  • Black or African American: 8.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.6%
  • White: 51.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 24.1%
  • Other Races: 8.0%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in District of Columbia

In this state, there are 11,300 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 District of Columbia

Physical Sciences grads earn an average of $123,640 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in District of Columbia that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

#1

Georgetown University

Washington
30 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
19,371 Total Students

54% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. An average student at Georgetown will pay a net price of $32,108.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
27,017 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,563. 53% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
5,366 Total Students

52% of the teachers are full time. The 2.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $55,801 after graduation.

#4

Howard University

Washington
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $41,388. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 77%.

#5

American University

Washington
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
14,001 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. An average student at The American University will pay a net price of $40,088.

Physical Sciences Careers in DC

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
High School Teachers 15% $62,500
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 13% $137,500
Physics Postsecondary Professors 11% $96,310
Chemistry Professors 10% $70,450
Professors 10% $0
Physicists 6% $146,890
Natural Sciences Managers 5% $133,700
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 5% $118,400
Architectural and Engineering Managers 3% $148,960
Physical Scientists 2% $138,410
Chemists 0% $124,710

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

Major Annual Graduates in DC
Computer & Information Sciences 847
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 738
Engineering 311
Mathematics & Statistics 299
Engineering Technologies 182
Architecture/Urban Planning 71
Natural Resources & Conservation 61
Communications Technology/Support 14

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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