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Physical Sciences Schools in Mississippi

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

In terms of popularity, Physical Sciences is the 8th most popular major in the state out of a total 34 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Mississippi

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 130
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 32
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 32
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 32

Gender Distribution

In Mississippi, 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 Mississippi is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.6%
  • Black or African American: 8.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.9%
  • White: 57.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 22.8%
  • Other Races: 5.6%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Mississippi

In this state, there are 12,010 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 Mississippi

In this state, physical sciences grads earn an average of $84,430. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,890.

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

#1

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State
105 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,986 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $37,538 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
14,606 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. It takes the average student 4.50 years to graduate. A typical student attending Southern Miss will pay a net price of $14,032.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
21,014 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $38,763 after graduation. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.00%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
6,921 Total Students

99% of students get financical aid. The full-time teacher rate is 62%. It takes the average student 4.62 years to graduate.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
4,667 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.80%. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 100% of students get financical aid.

Physical Sciences Careers in MS

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 25% $66,090
Engineering Professors 17% $96,880
Physics Postsecondary Professors 14% $79,140
Chemistry Professors 10% $74,470
Forensic Science Technicians 9% $51,790
High School Teachers 8% $46,130
Architectural and Engineering Managers 8% $120,580
Natural Sciences Managers 7% $98,890
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 4% $0
Geoscientists 0% $93,070
Physical Scientists 0% $88,070

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

Major Annual Graduates in MS
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 378
Engineering 178
Agriculture 143
Computer & Information Sciences 75
Natural Resources & Conservation 36
Mathematics & Statistics 30
Architecture/Urban Planning 7
Science Technologies 7

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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