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Physical Sciences in Nevada

Physical Sciences Schools in Nevada

348 Physical Sciences students earned their degrees in the state in 2022-2023.

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 140
Associate Degree 134
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 40
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 40
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 40
Master’s Degree 34

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: 6.9%
  • Black or African American: 0.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 20.7%
  • White: 57.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.7%
  • Other Races: 10.6%
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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
60% Graduation Rate
20,722 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. 94% of students get financical aid. A typical student attending UNR will pay a net price of $15,198.

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Western Nevada College

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

Of all the students who attend this school, 92% get financial aid. 100% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $13,373.

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68 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
31,142 Total Students

The average student takes 4.82 years to complete their degree at UNLV. 96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time.

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11 Degrees in Major Awarded
29,965 Total Students

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $6,950. 100% of the teachers are full time.

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6 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,249 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 90% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

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1 Degrees in Major Awarded
19% Graduation Rate
3,772 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.00 years. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $7,817. 68% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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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
Chemistry Professors 22% $72,330
Chemists 21% $66,210

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
Engineering Technologies 146
Mathematics & Statistics 123
Agriculture 120
Natural Resources & Conservation 107
Architecture/Urban Planning 78

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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