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Physical Sciences Schools in Montana

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

A Physical Sciences major is the 12th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Montana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 146
Master’s Degree 33
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 14
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 14
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 14
Associate Degree 4
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1

Gender Distribution

In Montana, 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 Montana is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.5%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.0%
  • White: 84.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.0%
  • Other Races: 8.5%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Montana

6,110 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 Montana

In this state, physical sciences grads earn an average of $67,970. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,890.

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

122 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
16,218 Total Students

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time. The 3.50% student loan default rate is lower than average.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
9,808 Total Students

A typical student attending UM will pay a net price of $14,755. The full-time teacher rate is 66%. The 6.70% student loan default rate is lower than average.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
1,650 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.60%. 93% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 75% are considered full time.

#4

Carroll College

Helena
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
1,108 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.30%. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
716 Total Students

The 4.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.44 years. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $24,345 after earning their degree at this institution.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
1,005 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This private institution charges an average net price of $25,103. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
417 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 72%. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $9,383. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $17,231 after earning their degree at this institution.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
1,014 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 5.80% which is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
4,000 Total Students

15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,036. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

Physical Sciences Careers in MT

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title MT Job Growth MT Median Salary
Hydrologists 17% $72,910
Geoscientists 15% $85,780
Architectural and Engineering Managers 15% $113,270
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 13% $90,480
Chemists 11% $52,360
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 10% $63,610
Environmental Science Professors 8% $0
Natural Sciences Managers 7% $95,970
Professors 6% $52,980
Engineering Professors 5% $71,520
High School Teachers 2% $49,030
Chemistry Professors 0% $69,570
Physical Scientists 0% $67,350
Physics Postsecondary Professors 0% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in MT
Engineering 700
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 606
Natural Resources & Conservation 363
Computer & Information Sciences 198
Agriculture 184
Engineering Technologies 144
Mathematics & Statistics 107
Architecture/Urban Planning 76

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