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Physical Sciences Schools in Idaho

39 Physical Sciences students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Physical Sciences is the 13th most popular major out of a total 27 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Idaho

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 29
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 10

Gender Distribution

In Idaho, 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 Idaho is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.6%
  • Black or African American: 2.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.1%
  • White: 64.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 25.6%
  • Other Races: 0.0%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Idaho

9,150 people in the state and 1,844,320 in the nation are employed in jobs related to physical sciences.

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Wages for Physical Sciences Jobs in Idaho

Physical Sciences grads earn an average of $78,400 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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There are 3 colleges in Idaho that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
10,791 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,964. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
24,069 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $16,153. The student loan default rate of 4.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The full-time teacher rate is 59%.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
32% Graduation Rate
11,766 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,410. The student loan default rate of 5.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 95% of students get financical aid.

Physical Sciences Careers in ID

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title ID Job Growth ID Median Salary
Materials Scientists 33% $0
Physicists 25% $111,110
Forensic Science Technicians 20% $49,950
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 17% $97,720
Engineering Professors 15% $111,200
High School Teachers 15% $50,380
Chemistry Professors 14% $57,530
Professors 13% $62,920
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 13% $90,390
Chemists 11% $70,310
Hydrologists 10% $44,330
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 8% $57,610
Architectural and Engineering Managers 8% $118,190
Physical Scientists 7% $54,840
Natural Sciences Managers 5% $90,500
Physics Postsecondary Professors 0% $88,350
Geoscientists 0% $83,170
Environmental Science Professors 0% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in ID
Engineering 158
Natural Resources & Conservation 78
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 51
Computer & Information Sciences 43
Architecture/Urban Planning 36
Mathematics & Statistics 26
Agriculture 19
Engineering Technologies 12

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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