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Physical Sciences in Maine

Physical Sciences Schools in Maine

184 students earned Physical Sciences degrees in Maine in the 2022-2023 year.

A Physical Sciences major is the 19th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Maine

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 160
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 14
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 14
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 14
Master’s Degree 6
Post-Master’s Certificate 4
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 4

Gender Distribution

In Maine, 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 Maine is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.3%
  • Black or African American: 1.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.4%
  • White: 72.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 10.3%
  • Other Races: 6.0%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Maine

In this state, there are 8,760 people employed in jobs related to a physical sciences degree, compared to 1,844,320 nationwide.

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Wages for Physical Sciences Jobs in Maine

Physical Sciences grads earn an average of $74,380 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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There are 9 colleges in Maine that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

50 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
11,741 Total Students

A typical student attending UMaine will pay a net price of $17,175. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1. It takes the average student 4.38 years to graduate.

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Bates College

Lewiston
46 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
1,876 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $29,341. 37% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.04 years.

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Colby College

Waterville
44 Degrees in Major Awarded
90% Graduation Rate
2,155 Total Students

10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 46% get financial aid.

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Bowdoin College

Brunswick
33 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
1,777 Total Students

55% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This private school has an average net price of $18,533. The full-time teacher rate is 88%.

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7 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
1,862 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 67%. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.24 years.

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6 Degrees in Major Awarded
36% Graduation Rate
8,022 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.61 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 40%.

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2 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
7,208 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $37,516. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 54% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

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2 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
1,967 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $29,319. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 98% are considered full time.

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1 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
941 Total Students

The average student takes 4.34 years to complete their degree at Maine Maritime. A typical student attending Maine Maritime will pay a net price of $21,385. 79% of the teachers are full time.

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Physical Sciences Careers in ME

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title ME Job Growth ME Median Salary
Chemists 7% $59,110
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 0% $75,480
Architectural and Engineering Managers 0% $121,430
Chemistry Professors 0% $71,420

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

Major Annual Graduates in ME
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 707
Natural Resources & Conservation 409
Engineering 404
Engineering Technologies 236
Mathematics & Statistics 165
Agriculture 133
Architecture/Urban Planning 14
Science Technologies 5

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

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