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Physical Sciences in New Mexico

Physical Sciences Schools in New Mexico

In 2022-2023, 294 students earned their Physical Sciences degrees in NM.

A Physical Sciences major is the 15th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in New Mexico

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 87
Associate Degree 76
Master’s Degree 76
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 52
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 52
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 52
Post-Master’s Certificate 3
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3

Gender Distribution

In New Mexico, 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 New Mexico is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.1%
  • Black or African American: 0.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 29.6%
  • White: 39.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 14.3%
  • Other Races: 10.5%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in New Mexico

There are 13,890 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 New Mexico

In this state, physical sciences grads earn an average of $88,640. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,890.

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

99 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
22,311 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 73%. This public school has an average net price of $13,873.

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53 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
14,227 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $8,495. Most students complete their degree in 4.68 years. The full-time teacher rate is 73%.

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43 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
1,686 Total Students

The average student takes 4.58 years to complete their degree at New Mexico Tech. The student to faculty ratio is 9 to 1. The student loan default rate of 0.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

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28 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,046 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,680. The student to faculty ratio is 36 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

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22 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,435 Total Students

94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. A typical student attending UNM Valencia will pay a net price of $7,405. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.

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San Juan College

Farmington
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,240 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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7 Degrees in Major Awarded
21,398 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. A typical student attending CNM will pay a net price of $2,448. The student loan default rate is 0.10% which is lower than average.

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7 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,174 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 36 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $4,412. The full-time teacher rate is 56%.

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6 Degrees in Major Awarded
29% Graduation Rate
2,777 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 99%. Most students complete their degree in 4.60 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

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4 Degrees in Major Awarded
25% Graduation Rate
2,896 Total Students

42% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $11,311. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.

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Physical Sciences Careers in NM

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title NM Job Growth NM Median Salary
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 13% $65,320
Chemistry Professors 8% $0
Chemists 7% $86,910
Architectural and Engineering Managers 7% $165,470

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

Major Annual Graduates in NM
Engineering 1,111
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 740
Agriculture 286
Engineering Technologies 223
Mathematics & Statistics 182
Architecture/Urban Planning 169
Natural Resources & Conservation 91
Science Technologies 18

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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