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Physical Sciences Schools in Ohio

1,582 students earned Physical Sciences degrees in Ohio in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Physical Sciences is the 19th most popular major out of a total 38 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Ohio

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,006
Master’s Degree 311
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 223
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 223
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 223
Associate Degree 39
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 1
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 1

Gender Distribution

In Ohio, 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 Ohio is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.3%
  • Black or African American: 3.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.0%
  • White: 63.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 19.9%
  • Other Races: 5.2%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Ohio

In this state, there are 71,440 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 Ohio

Physical Sciences grads earn an average of $100,360 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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

309 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
61,369 Total Students

19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,737 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.30 years.

155 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
25,714 Total Students

82% of the teachers are full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $39,914 a year. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $23,831.

114 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
40,826 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $22,415. 93% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The average student takes 4.55 years to complete their degree at UC.

111 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
16,094 Total Students

16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public school has an average net price of $17,945. The 7.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

100 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
26,822 Total Students

97% of students get financical aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,224 after earning their degree at this institution. The 5.80% student loan default rate is lower than average.

95 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
11,465 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.21 years to graduate. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Graduates earn an average $65,156 after graduation.

91 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
18,880 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.15 years to graduate. Graduates earn an average $41,966 after graduation. 90% of students get financical aid.

66 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
18,142 Total Students

19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.35 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 95% of students receive it.

64 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
10,936 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,962. The student loan default rate is 5.50% which is lower than average.

50 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
18,319 Total Students

21 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 97% of students get financical aid. The student loan default rate of 7.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

Physical Sciences Careers in OH

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title OH Job Growth OH Median Salary
Physicists 16% $117,870
Natural Sciences Managers 14% $120,720
Materials Scientists 11% $95,390
Forensic Science Technicians 11% $64,410
Engineering Professors 10% $99,590
Physical Scientists 9% $104,210
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 8% $74,890
Geoscientists 8% $75,140
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 7% $87,920
Physics Postsecondary Professors 6% $97,720
Architectural and Engineering Managers 6% $128,580
High School Teachers 6% $61,740
Chemistry Professors 6% $81,120
Chemists 5% $67,500
Hydrologists 4% $79,870
Environmental Science Professors 0% $100,000

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

Major Annual Graduates in OH
Engineering 8,648
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 5,700
Computer & Information Sciences 4,257
Engineering Technologies 2,673
Agriculture 1,445
Mathematics & Statistics 1,410
Natural Resources & Conservation 878
Architecture/Urban Planning 663

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

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