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Physical Sciences Schools in Utah

581 students earned Physical Sciences degrees in Utah in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Physical Sciences is the 20th most popular major in the state out of a total 38 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Utah

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 418
Master’s Degree 65
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 59
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 59
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 59
Associate Degree 37
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

In Utah, 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 Utah is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.1%
  • Black or African American: 1.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.7%
  • White: 74.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.4%
  • Other Races: 5.5%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Utah

In this state, there are 16,900 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 Utah

Physical Sciences grads earn an average of $91,390 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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

#1

University of Utah

Salt Lake City
235 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
33,081 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $47,996 after graduation. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.70%. 97% of the teachers are full time.

122 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
36,461 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 71% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1.

65 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
27,691 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. It takes the average student 4.66 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

65 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
40,936 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.40%. 74% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 44% are considered full time.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
31% Graduation Rate
29,596 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.93 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 91% of students receive it. A typical student attending WSU will pay a net price of $11,647.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
12,582 Total Students

23 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $36,702 after earning their degree at this institution. 96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#7

Westminster College Utah

Salt Lake City
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
1,849 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.27 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1.

#8

Salt Lake Community College

Salt Lake City
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
27,293 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. 75% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate is 9.40% which is lower than average.

#9

Snow College

Ephraim
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
5,800 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $31,813 a year. 100% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.

#10

Dixie State University

Saint George
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
22% Graduation Rate
12,043 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 8.30% which is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 39%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 90% of students receive it.

Physical Sciences Careers in UT

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title UT Job Growth UT Median Salary
Hydrologists 64% $84,100
Materials Scientists 50% $88,250
Engineering Professors 44% $108,660
Professors 42% $0
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 40% $94,450
Environmental Science Professors 40% $79,480
Chemistry Professors 39% $78,580
Physics Postsecondary Professors 39% $88,920
Chemists 36% $65,750
Natural Sciences Managers 35% $86,880
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 33% $87,240
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 32% $66,510
Architectural and Engineering Managers 27% $125,300
High School Teachers 27% $57,400
Forensic Science Technicians 21% $0
Geoscientists 20% $71,930
Physical Scientists 10% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in UT
Computer & Information Sciences 8,537
Engineering 2,169
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 1,936
Mathematics & Statistics 683
Agriculture 424
Engineering Technologies 409
Natural Resources & Conservation 261
Architecture/Urban Planning 114

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