General Physical Sciences Master’s Degrees
There are 135 schools in the United States where you can earn amaster’s degree in General Physical Sciences.
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Education Levels of General Physical Sciences Majors
In the most recent reporting year, 2,661 students earned theirGeneral Physical Sciences majors across all award levels. The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in General Physical Sciences at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Associate’s Degree | 2,241 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 364 |
| Master’s Degree (this page) | 43 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 13 |
Earnings of General Physical Sciences Majors With Master’s Degrees (All Award Levels)
Federal data tracks the median salary for graduates with amaster’s degree in General Physical Sciences of $39,802 four years after graduation. These figures are reported program-wide, across all award levels.
This number may vary for many reasons. For instance, you may move to a location where people with your degree are rare and make more money.
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,769 |
| 4 years | $39,802 |
| 5 years | $49,400 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study earnings tracker (program-wide, all award levels).
Student Debt (All Award Levels)
The data on debt ranges for General Physical Sciences majors who have their master’s degree is not currently available.
Most Popular General Physical Sciences Programs for Master’s Degrees
There are 209 colleges that offer a master’s degree in General Physical Sciences. Learn more about the most popular below:
The most popular school in the United States for General Physical Sciences students seeking a master's degree is Middlesex College. During the most recent year for which we have data, 169 people received their master's degree in General Physical Sciences from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Richard Bland College comes in at #2 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in General Physical Sciences. During the most recent year for which we have data, 151 people received their master's degree in General Physical Sciences from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Western Nevada College comes in at #3 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in General Physical Sciences. This school awarded 136 master's degrees in General Physical Sciences in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Tulsa Community College is a popular choice for General Physical Sciences majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 121 master's degrees in General Physical Sciences in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
American River College is a popular choice for General Physical Sciences majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 116 people received their master's degree in General Physical Sciences from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
CUNY Medgar Evers College is a popular choice for General Physical Sciences majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 111 master's degrees in General Physical Sciences in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
El Camino Community College District comes in at #7 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in General Physical Sciences. During the most recent year for which we have data, 86 people received their master's degree in General Physical Sciences from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
College of Staten Island CUNY is a popular choice for General Physical Sciences majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 77 people received their master's degree in General Physical Sciences from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Seattle Central College comes in at #9 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in General Physical Sciences. During the most recent year for which we have data, 76 people received their master's degree in General Physical Sciences from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of California-Santa Cruz comes in at #10 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in General Physical Sciences. This school awarded 66 master's degrees in General Physical Sciences in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
CUNY LaGuardia Community College is a popular choice for General Physical Sciences majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 54 master's degrees in General Physical Sciences in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Mesa Community College is a popular choice for General Physical Sciences majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 51 people received their master's degree in General Physical Sciences from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Arizona State University Campus Immersion comes in at #13 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in General Physical Sciences. This school awarded 49 master's degrees in General Physical Sciences in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Long Beach City College is a popular choice for General Physical Sciences majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 46 master's degrees in General Physical Sciences in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Villanova University comes in at #15 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in General Physical Sciences. During the most recent year for which we have data, 45 people received their master's degree in General Physical Sciences from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
CUNY Graduate School and University Center comes in at #16 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in General Physical Sciences. This school awarded 44 master's degrees in General Physical Sciences in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Green River College comes in at #17 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in General Physical Sciences. This school awarded 44 master's degrees in General Physical Sciences in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College is a popular choice for General Physical Sciences majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 43 master's degrees in General Physical Sciences in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Pierce College District comes in at #19 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in General Physical Sciences. During the most recent year for which we have data, 41 people received their master's degree in General Physical Sciences from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree in General Physical Sciences here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus is a popular choice for General Physical Sciences majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 39 people received their master's degree in General Physical Sciences from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
General Physical Sciences Concentrations
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Physical Sciences, General | 2,661 |
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Related Majors
Below are some popular majors similar to General Physical Sciences that also offer master’s degrees.
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 19,434 |
| Physics | 12,910 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 7,622 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 1,580 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 1,341 |
References
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- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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