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Physical Sciences in Kansas

Physical Sciences Schools in Kansas

In 2022-2023, 329 students earned their Physical Sciences degrees in KS.

As a degree choice, Physical Sciences is the 18th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Kansas

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 220
Master’s Degree 54
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 45
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 45
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 45
Associate Degree 9
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In Kansas, 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 Kansas is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.0%
  • Black or African American: 3.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.4%
  • White: 59.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 18.2%
  • Other Races: 6.4%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Kansas

There are 16,080 people in the state and 1,844,320 people in the nation working in physical sciences jobs.

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Wages for Physical Sciences Jobs in Kansas

In this state, physical sciences grads earn an average of $85,740. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,890.

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There are 11 colleges in Kansas that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

106 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
26,744 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.33 years to graduate. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,430.

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55 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
20,854 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,861. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 92% are considered full time. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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34 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
6,398 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,211. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 62% are considered full time.

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32 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
15,033 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,096. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it.

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28 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
14,999 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.70 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. 63% of the teachers are full time.

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21 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
5,828 Total Students

91% of the teachers are full time. 95% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

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14 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
5,880 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.68 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 62% are considered full time.

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#8

Baker University

Baldwin City
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
2,279 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 22% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.

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6 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
803 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 100%. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

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Newman University

Wichita
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
2,053 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 100%. This private school has an average net price of $18,556.

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5 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
1,636 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $28,554. It takes the average student 4.25 years to graduate. 28% of the teachers are full time.

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Physical Sciences Careers in KS

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title KS Job Growth KS Median Salary
Chemistry Professors 17% $86,460
Architectural and Engineering Managers 9% $124,930
Chemists 8% $73,840
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 0% $78,320

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

Major Annual Graduates in KS
Engineering 1,618
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 1,284
Agriculture 1,085
Engineering Technologies 782
Mathematics & Statistics 285
Architecture/Urban Planning 214
Natural Resources & Conservation 145
Science Technologies 52

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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