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Physical Sciences Schools in New Hampshire

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

A Physical Sciences major is the 16th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in New Hampshire

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 34
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 23
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 23
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 23
Post-Master’s Certificate 5
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 5

Gender Distribution

In New Hampshire, 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 New Hampshire is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.2%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.2%
  • White: 71.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 19.4%
  • Other Races: 3.2%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in New Hampshire

There are 8,480 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 New Hampshire

Physical Sciences grads earn an average of $95,100 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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

34 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
14,348 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 76% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.12 years. The 1.70% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#2

Dartmouth College

Hanover
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
6,292 Total Students

83% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 4.10 years to graduate. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $70,635 after earning their degree at this institution.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
4,491 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. The average student takes 4.21 years to complete their degree at Plymouth State. The student loan default rate of 5.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

Physical Sciences Careers in NH

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title NH Job Growth NH Median Salary
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 29% $76,370
Forensic Science Technicians 25% $72,120
Hydrologists 17% $91,370
Natural Sciences Managers 15% $0
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 11% $70,280
Chemistry Professors 10% $95,270
Engineering Professors 6% $118,380
Professors 5% $57,020
Architectural and Engineering Managers 3% $149,970
High School Teachers 2% $60,850
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 0% $92,760
Physics Postsecondary Professors 0% $107,190
Geoscientists 0% $85,870
Materials Scientists 0% $82,470
Physicists 0% $122,340
Physical Scientists 0% $85,600
Environmental Science Professors 0% $82,010

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

Major Annual Graduates in NH
Computer & Information Sciences 861
Engineering 233
Natural Resources & Conservation 98
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 62
Mathematics & Statistics 32
Engineering Technologies 9
Agriculture 3

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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