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Programs in Physical Sciences

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Physical sciences focuses on the scientific study of inanimate objects, processes of matter, energy, and associated phenomena. This includes physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy, among others. Course content includes introductory courses, mathematical analysis, laboratory analysis procedures, equipment maintenance, and applications to specific research paths.

Top Schools For Physical Sciences Programs

Are You Interested? School Name Tuition Size Degrees Granted Degrees Granted By Type
University of California - Berkeley
Berkeley, CA		$31,022 25,534 449 Bachelor's (259), Master's (82),
Doctoral (108)
University of Washington
Seattle, WA		$24,367 28,575 387 Bachelor's (216), Master's (81),
Doctoral (90)
Penn State
University Park, PA		$25,946 37,988 332 Bachelor's (210), Master's (40),
Doctoral (82)
UC San Diego
La Jolla, CA		$31,461 24,217 317 Certificate (33), Bachelor's (202),
Master's (39), Doctoral (43)
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL		$23,744 33,628 313 Bachelor's (206), Master's (35),
Doctoral (72)
UMN
Minneapolis, MN		$15,466 33,236 304 Bachelor's (196), Master's (51),
Doctoral (57)
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ		$22,264 30,346 284 Certificate (4), Bachelor's (121),
Master's (91), Doctoral (68)
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN		$25,118 32,499 281 Bachelor's (162), Master's (22),
Doctoral (97)
University of Texas - Austin
Austin, TX		$30,006 38,168 271 Bachelor's (182), Master's (23),
Doctoral (66)
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH		$22,251 41,349 260 Bachelor's (144), Master's (46),
Doctoral (70)
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Physical Sciences Statistics

Degree Type BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Certificate 570 2%
Associate 3,566 12%
Bachelor's 17,806 62%
Master's 3,878 14%
Doctoral 2,729 10%
Gender BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Male 24,924 62%
Female 15,533 38%
Racial BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Asian or Pacific Islander 3,246 9%
Black or African American 1,789 5%
Hispanic or Latino 2,540 7%
American Indian or Alaskan Native 278 1%
White (Non-Hispanic) 24,846 71%
Other/Unknown 2,329 7%
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Physical Sciences Internships

Job Title:Summer Sales Representative(180336)
Description:Division/Entity Comcast Corporation is one of the world's leading media, entertainment and communications companies. Comcast is principally involved in the operation of cable systems through Comcast Cable Communications and in the...>
Company:Comcast
Location:Trevose, PA
Posted:5/15/2013
Source:Comcast
Job Title:Physical Science Tutoring/Teaching
Description:We have 3 children (14, 12, 9). The older 2 are enjoying science, especially biology, but we have no background in it so we are hoping to find a tutor to provide them with some educational fun this summer for a few hours a week. I was...>
Company:Wyzant Tutoring
Location:Cornelius, NC
Posted:5/3/2013
Source:WyzAnt Tutoring
Job Title:ESF Summer Camps Activity Specialist
Description:ESF Summer Camps Activity Specialist Position Summary: An Activity Specialist is responsible for the supervision of campers, the implementation of camp curriculum, promoting and actively participating in all camp activities, providing a...>
Company:Esf Summer Camps
Location:Greenwich, CT
Posted:5/15/2013
Source:Get Summer Camp Jobs
Job Title:Physical Science Student Trainee (Internship)
Description:Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its...>
Company:U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Location:Omaha, NE
Posted:4/7/2013
Source:Bright.com
Job Title:Materials Science Lab Intern
Description:JOB DESCRIPTION: This position is for a summer intern position in the Materials Science Laboratory (MSL) in Boise, ID. The MSL consists of a team with members having expertise in chemistry, materials science, paper science, metallurgy and...>
Company:HP
Location:Boise, ID
Posted:5/17/2013
Source:JobHat
Job Title:Intern - Science & Medicine
Description:What's your motivation? Opportunity? Creativity? Contribution? It's all part of working for the American Heart Association---where you can combine professional growth with personal fulfillment. So if you're considering a new and rewarding...>
Company:American Heart Association
Location:Dallas, TX
Posted:5/12/2013
Source:JobHat
Job Title:Summer Sales Representative(180337)
Description:Division/Entity Comcast Corporation is one of the world's leading media, entertainment and communications companies. Comcast is principally involved in the operation of cable systems through Comcast Cable Communications and in the...>
Company:Comcast
Location:Trevose, PA
Posted:5/15/2013
Source:Comcast
Job Title:Tutor or Teacher - Physical Science
Description:My two children need tutoring over the summer. My son is going into 9th grade, and needs help in Honors geometry and Chinese II. He is trying to change schools for the 11th grade so, 9th and 10th grades are critical for him. My daughter is...>
Company:Wyzant Tutoring
Location:Carlsbad, CA
Posted:5/3/2013
Source:WyzAnt Tutoring
Job Title:Biological/Environmental Sciences Intern
Description:Requisition Number: IE79481 Interest Category: Environmental/Sciences Interest Sub Category: Environmental Sciences Job Title : Biological/Environmental Sciences Intern Employment Category/Status: part-time Type of Position: Internship...>
Company:URS
Location:Anchorage, AK
Posted:5/13/2013
Source:Bright.com
Job Title:PHYSICAL SCIENCE - Part-time Faculty
Description:PHYSICAL SCIENCE - Part-time Faculty Department: Faculty - Math and Computer Science Location: Des Moines, IA We are accepting applications for part-time faculty for 2014. Previous teaching experience and relevant experience in the subject...>
Company:Grandview College
Location:Des Moines, IA
Posted:5/12/2013
Source:Bright.com

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