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Physical Sciences Schools in Connecticut

In 2020-2021, 627 students earned their Physical Sciences degrees in CT.

In terms of popularity, Physical Sciences is the 17th most popular major in the state out of a total 35 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Connecticut

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 366
Master’s Degree 148
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 105
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 105
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 105
Associate Degree 8

Gender Distribution

In Connecticut, 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 Connecticut is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.5%
  • Black or African American: 4.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.7%
  • White: 53.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 20.4%
  • Other Races: 7.5%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Connecticut

There are 23,390 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 Connecticut

Physical Sciences grads earn an average of $85,250 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Connecticut that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Yale University

New Haven
185 Degrees in Major Awarded
97% Graduation Rate
12,060 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.12 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 4 to 1. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $15,296.

153 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
27,215 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.16 years. The student loan default rate is 2.00% which is lower than average. A typical student attending UCONN will pay a net price of $22,974.

#3

Wesleyan University

Middletown
75 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
3,053 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.10%. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $28,813. The student to faculty ratio is 8 to 1.

53 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
9,331 Total Students

The average student takes 4.52 years to complete their degree at SCSU. This public school has an average net price of $20,830. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 48% are considered full time.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
1,056 Total Students

7 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.00 years. 85% of the teachers are full time.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
5,246 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,166. The full-time teacher rate is 100%. 83% of students get financical aid.

20 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
10,652 Total Students

89% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.70%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $47,806 a year.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
6,961 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 37% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.20 years to graduate.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
9,313 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 36%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $53,558 a year. This private school has an average net price of $42,431.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
4,644 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,081 after earning their degree at this institution. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $19,290.

Physical Sciences Careers in CT

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title CT Job Growth CT Median Salary
Materials Scientists 17% $127,430
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 16% $75,430
Architectural and Engineering Managers 16% $140,460
Geoscientists 14% $74,450
Physicists 10% $0
Natural Sciences Managers 9% $156,340
Chemists 8% $85,510
Engineering Professors 8% $103,370
Chemistry Professors 6% $75,590
Physics Postsecondary Professors 5% $84,820
Professors 5% $0
Environmental Science Professors 4% $85,870
Forensic Science Technicians 0% $74,700
Physical Scientists 0% $119,580
High School Teachers -3% $76,770

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

Major Annual Graduates in CT
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 2,255
Engineering 2,153
Computer & Information Sciences 1,227
Mathematics & Statistics 991
Natural Resources & Conservation 388
Engineering Technologies 316
Agriculture 248
Architecture/Urban Planning 126

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