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Physical Sciences Schools in Nevada

In 2020-2021, 60 students earned their Physical Sciences degrees in NV.

A Physical Sciences major is the 11th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Nevada

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 30
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 30
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 30
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 30

Gender Distribution

In Nevada, 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 Nevada is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.7%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.7%
  • White: 65.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 21.7%
  • Other Races: 10.0%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Nevada

9,990 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 Nevada

A typical salary for a physical sciences grad in the state is $84,810, compared to a typical salary of $101,890 nationwide.

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There are 2 colleges in Nevada that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
20,722 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $14,930. In their early career, UNR grads earn an average salary of $44,263.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
31,142 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.90%. Most students complete their degree in 4.82 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1.

Physical Sciences Careers in NV

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title NV Job Growth NV Median Salary
Architectural and Engineering Managers 49% $136,870
Environmental Science Professors 33% $78,640
Engineering Professors 31% $0
Forensic Science Technicians 30% $70,800
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 26% $62,290
Professors 24% $54,530
Chemistry Professors 22% $72,330
High School Teachers 22% $57,730
Hydrologists 21% $84,340
Geoscientists 21% $81,100
Chemists 21% $66,210
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 20% $91,040
Physical Scientists 17% $0
Natural Sciences Managers 16% $102,810

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

Major Annual Graduates in NV
Engineering 169
Computer & Information Sciences 82
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 62
Mathematics & Statistics 16
Architecture/Urban Planning 15
Natural Resources & Conservation 5
Agriculture 5
Science Technologies 2

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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