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Physical Sciences Schools in Nevada

315 students earned Physical Sciences degrees in Nevada in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Physical Sciences is the 15th most popular major out of a total 35 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Nevada

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 131
Associate Degree 124
Master’s Degree 30
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 30
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 30
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 30

Gender Distribution

In Nevada, 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 Nevada is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.3%
  • Black or African American: 1.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 19.4%
  • White: 57.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.4%
  • Other Races: 8.6%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Nevada

There are 9,990 people in the state and 1,844,320 people in the nation working in physical sciences jobs.

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Wages for Physical Sciences Jobs in Nevada

In this state, physical sciences grads earn an average of $84,810. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,890.

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There are 6 colleges in Nevada that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

123 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
20,722 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 4.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 92% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.56 years to graduate.

#2

Western Nevada College

Carson City
106 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,495 Total Students

88% of students get financical aid. 100% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

68 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
31,142 Total Students

96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 98% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $10,993.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
29,965 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $31,766 after graduation. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 86% of students receive it. 100% of the teachers are full time.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,249 Total Students

In their early career, Truckee Meadows Community College grads earn an average salary of $33,576. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $9,200.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
5% Graduation Rate
3,772 Total Students

A typical student attending Great Basin College will pay a net price of $8,467. 100% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

Physical Sciences Careers in NV

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title NV Job Growth NV Median Salary
Architectural and Engineering Managers 49% $136,870
Environmental Science Professors 33% $78,640
Engineering Professors 31% $0
Forensic Science Technicians 30% $70,800
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 26% $62,290
Professors 24% $54,530
Chemistry Professors 22% $72,330
High School Teachers 22% $57,730
Hydrologists 21% $84,340
Geoscientists 21% $81,100
Chemists 21% $66,210
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 20% $91,040
Physical Scientists 17% $0
Natural Sciences Managers 16% $102,810

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

Major Annual Graduates in NV
Science Technologies 921
Engineering 900
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 828
Computer & Information Sciences 486
Engineering Technologies 146
Mathematics & Statistics 123
Agriculture 120
Natural Resources & Conservation 107

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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