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Physical Sciences in New York

Physical Sciences Schools in New York

In 2022-2023, 513 students earned their Physical Sciences degrees in NY.

In this state, Physical Sciences is the 70th most popular major out of a total 1065 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in New York

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 456
Bachelor’s Degree 54
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 2
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 2
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 2
Master’s Degree 1

Gender Distribution

In New York, a physical sciences major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physical sciences majors in New York is as follows:

  • Asian: 19.1%
  • Black or African American: 30.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 25.7%
  • White: 14.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 7.0%
  • Other Races: 3.7%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in New York

76,190 people in the state and 1,111,830 in the nation are employed in jobs related to physical sciences.

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Wages for Physical Sciences Jobs in New York

In this state, physical sciences grads earn an average of $85,300. Nationwide, they make an average of $64,340.

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

#1

LaGuardia Community College

Long Island City
243 Degrees in Major Awarded
16,971 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $7,640. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

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225 Degrees in Major Awarded
23% Graduation Rate
5,237 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $7,849. It takes the average student 5.09 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

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131 Degrees in Major Awarded
22,496 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $6,201. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 47% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

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71 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
12,797 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $6,007. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

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70 Degrees in Major Awarded
27% Graduation Rate
15,513 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 5.08 years. The full-time teacher rate is 31%. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

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69 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,405 Total Students

A typical student attending QCC will pay a net price of $6,217. The full-time teacher rate is 59%. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid.

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63 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,300 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 35% are considered full time.

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41 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
16,158 Total Students

The average student takes 4.76 years to complete their degree at RIT. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

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38 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,370 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 46% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. A typical student attending BCC will pay a net price of $5,203.

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21 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,136 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,407. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 46% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

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Physical Sciences Careers in NY

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 17% $124,560
High School Teachers 7% $81,290

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