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Physical Sciences Schools in Arkansas

In 2020-2021, 370 students earned their Physical Sciences degrees in AR.

As a degree choice, Physical Sciences is the 20th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Arkansas

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 299
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 37
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 37
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 37
Master’s Degree 32
Associate Degree 2

Gender Distribution

In Arkansas, 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 Arkansas is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.2%
  • Black or African American: 8.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.2%
  • White: 63.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 11.9%
  • Other Races: 8.1%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Arkansas

There are 14,910 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 Arkansas

In this state, physical sciences grads earn an average of $70,340. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,890.

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There are 11 colleges in Arkansas that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

#1

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville
148 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
27,562 Total Students

In their early career, UARK grads earn an average salary of $43,807. The average student takes 4.31 years to complete their degree at UARK. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.

46 Degrees in Major Awarded
35% Graduation Rate
8,899 Total Students

13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. In their early career, UA Little Rock grads earn an average salary of $35,410. 96% of students get financical aid.

36 Degrees in Major Awarded
38% Graduation Rate
4,432 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $32,077 after earning their degree at this institution. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The full-time teacher rate is 68%.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
10,335 Total Students

The 4.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,259 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,554.

#5

Hendrix College

Conway
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
1,077 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. An average student at Hendrix will pay a net price of $19,746.

#6

Arkansas Tech University

Russellville
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
10,829 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 99%.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
13,106 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $32,687 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 3.30% which is lower than average. This public school has an average net price of $14,189.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
5,887 Total Students

18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 69%. It takes the average student 4.56 years to graduate.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
3,163 Total Students

98% of students get financical aid. The 4.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. A typical student attending Henderson State University will pay a net price of $14,902.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
29% Graduation Rate
2,668 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 81%. Graduates earn an average $26,331 after graduation. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
1,704 Total Students

95% of the teachers are full time. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.10 years to complete their degree at Ouachita Baptist.

Physical Sciences Careers in AR

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title AR Job Growth AR Median Salary
Hydrologists 50% $0
Forensic Science Technicians 27% $45,680
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 23% $57,520
Geoscientists 13% $52,440
Engineering Professors 12% $90,990
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $99,660
Professors 11% $56,740
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 11% $61,340
Chemists 10% $68,500
Architectural and Engineering Managers 10% $115,560
High School Teachers 9% $50,760
Physics Postsecondary Professors 8% $77,870
Chemistry Professors 5% $67,360
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 0% $0
Physical Scientists 0% $0
Environmental Science Professors 0% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in AR
Engineering 1,082
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 1,033
Computer & Information Sciences 973
Engineering Technologies 815
Agriculture 636
Mathematics & Statistics 179
Natural Resources & Conservation 161
Architecture/Urban Planning 49

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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