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Physical Sciences Schools in Oregon

In 2020-2021, 606 students earned their Physical Sciences degrees in OR.

As a degree choice, Physical Sciences is the 17th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Oregon

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 388
Master’s Degree 141
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 72
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 72
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 72
Associate Degree 3
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

In Oregon, 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 Oregon is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.9%
  • Black or African American: 0.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.7%
  • White: 65.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.4%
  • Other Races: 10.4%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Oregon

In this state, there are 19,300 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 Oregon

In this state, physical sciences grads earn an average of $90,390. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,890.

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

196 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
32,312 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. It takes the average student 4.58 years to graduate. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $21,508.

181 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
21,752 Total Students

69% of the teachers are full time. A typical student attending UO will pay a net price of $18,047. It takes the average student 4.29 years to graduate.

81 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
23,640 Total Students

The 4.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 84% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.69 years.

#4

Reed College

Portland
37 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,385 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $38,708 after graduation. The average student takes 4.21 years to complete their degree at Reed. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
1,866 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 0.80% which is lower than average. This private institution charges an average net price of $34,294. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
3,999 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $37,029. It takes the average student 4.13 years to graduate. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#7

Pacific University

Forest Grove
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
3,808 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 1.70% which is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,858 after earning their degree at this institution.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
3,157 Total Students

In their early career, Lewis and Clark College grads earn an average salary of $39,944. The full-time teacher rate is 52%. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
5,140 Total Students

61% of the teachers are full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 84% of students receive it. The student loan default rate of 6.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
4,554 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 89% are considered full time. The 5.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. The average student takes 4.51 years to complete their degree at Western Oregon State College.

Physical Sciences Careers in OR

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title OR Job Growth OR Median Salary
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 27% $92,950
Environmental Science Professors 25% $79,670
Geoscientists 23% $72,320
Forensic Science Technicians 23% $66,650
Engineering Professors 19% $97,330
Chemists 19% $69,930
Physics Postsecondary Professors 18% $88,700
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 16% $77,330
Architectural and Engineering Managers 14% $129,510
Physicists 11% $87,930
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $104,160
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 11% $95,830
Hydrologists 11% $78,760
Chemistry Professors 11% $88,260
Physical Scientists 10% $78,890
High School Teachers 9% $71,910

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

Major Annual Graduates in OR
Engineering 2,281
Computer & Information Sciences 1,881
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 1,766
Natural Resources & Conservation 1,001
Mathematics & Statistics 546
Agriculture 496
Engineering Technologies 377
Architecture/Urban Planning 269

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

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