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Physical Sciences Schools in Kentucky

468 Physical Sciences students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

As a degree choice, Physical Sciences is the 21st most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Kentucky

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 363
Master’s Degree 52
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 40
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 40
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 40
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 13
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 13
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 13

Gender Distribution

In Kentucky, 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 Kentucky is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.0%
  • Black or African American: 3.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.3%
  • White: 72.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 12.2%
  • Other Races: 4.3%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Kentucky

18,070 people in the state and 1,844,320 in the nation are employed in jobs related to physical sciences.

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Wages for Physical Sciences Jobs in Kentucky

Physical Sciences grads earn an average of $73,230 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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

114 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
29,986 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 4.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 95% of students get financical aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $18,203.

70 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
22,211 Total Students

98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $40,653 a year. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

61 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
17,517 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.47 years to graduate. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,522. The full-time teacher rate is 72%.

50 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
14,465 Total Students

The average student takes 4.49 years to complete their degree at Eastern. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $34,723 a year. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#5

Northern Kentucky University

Highland Heights
39 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
16,211 Total Students

In their early career, NKU grads earn an average salary of $38,625. Most students complete their degree in 4.56 years. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
9,449 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $11,736. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.53 years to graduate.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
9,304 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,395 a year. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,096. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.20%.

#8

Centre College

Danville
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,333 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,830 a year. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. It takes the average student 4.03 years to graduate.

#9

Berea College

Berea
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
1,432 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
887 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time. This private institution charges an average net price of $27,750. In their early career, Wesleyan grads earn an average salary of $35,560.

Physical Sciences Careers in KY

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title KY Job Growth KY Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 17% $47,240
Physics Postsecondary Professors 13% $70,610
Physical Scientists 13% $95,990
Engineering Professors 12% $79,380
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 11% $96,080
Natural Sciences Managers 10% $105,250
Chemistry Professors 9% $62,090
Geoscientists 9% $69,890
Professors 7% $46,830
High School Teachers 6% $55,690
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 5% $47,830
Architectural and Engineering Managers 3% $114,650
Chemists 2% $67,550
Materials Scientists 0% $0
Physicists 0% $0
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 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 KY
Computer & Information Sciences 3,926
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 1,553
Engineering 1,343
Agriculture 898
Engineering Technologies 843
Mathematics & Statistics 367
Natural Resources & Conservation 149
Architecture/Urban Planning 108

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