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Physical Sciences in Rhode Island

Physical Sciences Schools in Rhode Island

273 students earned Physical Sciences degrees in Rhode Island in the 2022-2023 year.

In this state, Physical Sciences is the 24th most popular major out of a total 37 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Rhode Island

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 125
Master’s Degree 75
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 69
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 69
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 69
Post-Master’s Certificate 4
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 4

Gender Distribution

In Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.2%
  • Black or African American: 0.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.3%
  • White: 50.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 27.1%
  • Other Races: 8.1%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Rhode Island

In this state, there are 5,920 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 Rhode Island

In this state, physical sciences grads earn an average of $108,290. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,890.

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

#1

Brown University

Providence
130 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
9,948 Total Students

90% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.15 years. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $27,157.

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62 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
17,649 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $19,694. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid.

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#3

Rhode Island College

Providence
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
7,072 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 88% of students receive it. 100% of the teachers are full time.

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6 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
2,771 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.08 years. This private school has an average net price of $36,456. 97% of the teachers are full time.

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5 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
4,702 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $39,683. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.13 years to graduate.

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#6

Providence College

Providence
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
4,821 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 66%. 82% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.04 years.

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Physical Sciences Careers in RI

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title RI Job Growth RI Median Salary
Chemists 15% $81,710
Chemistry Professors 13% $92,010
Architectural and Engineering Managers 10% $142,120

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

Major Annual Graduates in RI
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 858
Engineering 667
Mathematics & Statistics 303
Architecture/Urban Planning 282
Natural Resources & Conservation 185
Engineering Technologies 171
Agriculture 141
Military Technologies & Sciences 13

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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