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Physical Sciences Schools in Massachusetts

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

In this state, Physical Sciences is the 18th most popular major out of a total 35 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Massachusetts

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 324
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 324
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 324
Master’s Degree 212
Post-Master’s Certificate 23
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 23

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.9%
  • Black or African American: 1.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.4%
  • White: 42.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 37.6%
  • Other Races: 5.5%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Massachusetts

49,910 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 Massachusetts

Physical Sciences grads earn an average of $97,240 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Massachusetts that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Harvard University

Cambridge
134 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 87% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.90%. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $13,872.

108 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
11,254 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $16,407. The student loan default rate of 0.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The average student takes 4.11 years to complete their degree at MIT.

63 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
31,642 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 1.90% which is lower than average. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Graduates earn an average $52,450 after graduation.

51 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 73% are considered full time. The 1.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#5

Boston College

Chestnut Hill
37 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
14,934 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 56% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years. This private school has an average net price of $36,599.

34 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
18,150 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $20,079. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $51,874 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
22,905 Total Students

14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 75% are considered full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $65,632 after earning their degree at this institution.

#8

Tufts University

Medford
27 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
12,219 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 44% get financial aid.

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
5,440 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The average student takes 4.08 years to complete their degree at Brandeis. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $52,141 after earning their degree at this institution.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,259 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 63% are considered full time.

Physical Sciences Careers in MA

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Engineering Professors 19% $130,020
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 16% $115,380
Geoscientists 15% $81,180
Chemistry Professors 15% $93,350
Physics Postsecondary Professors 14% $105,980
Natural Sciences Managers 13% $164,590
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 13% $77,280
Environmental Science Professors 12% $83,830
High School Teachers 11% $77,830
Materials Scientists 10% $96,210
Physicists 10% $145,570
Physical Scientists 10% $113,360
Chemists 9% $87,240
Architectural and Engineering Managers 5% $149,740

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

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Engineering 4,656
Computer & Information Sciences 3,510
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 1,770
Mathematics & Statistics 1,003
Architecture/Urban Planning 618
Natural Resources & Conservation 364
Engineering Technologies 344
Agriculture 137

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