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Physical Sciences Schools in South Carolina

424 students earned Physical Sciences degrees in South Carolina in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Physical Sciences is the 21st most popular major out of a total 38 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in South Carolina

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 335
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 56
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 56
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 56
Master’s Degree 33

Gender Distribution

In South Carolina, 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 South Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.5%
  • Black or African American: 7.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.0%
  • White: 71.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.2%
  • Other Races: 3.8%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in South Carolina

In this state, there are 22,140 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 South Carolina

A typical salary for a physical sciences grad in the state is $79,260, compared to a typical salary of $101,890 nationwide.

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There are 11 colleges in South Carolina that offer physical sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

109 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
35,470 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $20,559. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. In their early career, UofSC grads earn an average salary of $45,626.

91 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
26,406 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.32 years to graduate. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $51,690 after earning their degree at this institution. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 89% of students receive it.

#3

College of Charleston

Charleston
51 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
10,384 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $40,114 after graduation. Of all the students who attend this school, 85% get financial aid. The student loan default rate of 4.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#4

Furman University

Greenville
35 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
2,567 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,563. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 84% of the teachers are full time.

#5

Wofford College

Spartanburg
24 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,764 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 0.70% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $48,020 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1.

#6

Winthrop University

Rock Hill
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
5,576 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $19,127. The average student takes 4.37 years to complete their degree at Winthrop. The student loan default rate of 6.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
3,944 Total Students

64% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 4.59 years to graduate. 97% of students get financical aid.

#8

Lander University

Greenwood
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
3,513 Total Students

The average student takes 4.49 years to complete their degree at Lander University. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,519. The student loan default rate is 9.30% which is lower than average.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
3,740 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.13 years. This public school has an average net price of $18,559. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
10,118 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,129. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,196 after earning their degree at this institution.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
4,148 Total Students

The average student takes 4.68 years to complete their degree at Francis Marion University. 99% of students get financical aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,662.

Physical Sciences Careers in SC

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title SC Job Growth SC Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 20% $41,810
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 17% $101,780
Geoscientists 17% $69,700
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 17% $0
Natural Sciences Managers 16% $81,730
Engineering Professors 16% $89,500
Architectural and Engineering Managers 14% $127,170
Physicists 11% $104,700
Chemistry Professors 10% $63,580
High School Teachers 9% $53,320
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 9% $0
Physics Postsecondary Professors 8% $75,290
Hydrologists 8% $49,260
Physical Scientists 7% $120,310
Chemists 7% $63,530
Environmental Science Professors 0% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in SC
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 2,790
Engineering 2,318
Computer & Information Sciences 1,509
Engineering Technologies 814
Agriculture 473
Mathematics & Statistics 363
Natural Resources & Conservation 255
Architecture/Urban Planning 199

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

View Nationwide Physical Sciences Report

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