by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at CWRU. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #7 out of 13 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, CWRU among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, ranked #342 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 342 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Ohio | 7 of 14 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 40 of 62 |
Here is each degree level offered in physical sciences at CWRU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 71 |
| Master’s | 7 |
| Doctoral | 17 |
This physical sciences area of study at CWRU covers the following majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 54 |
| Physics | 33 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 7 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 1 |
During the most recent reporting year, Case Western Reserve University conferred 71 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
CWRU is in the top 10% of the country for physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #7 out of 13 schools by College Factual.
To complete a bachelor’s at CWRU, physical sciences students borrow a median amount of $24,546 in student loans. This is below $25,106, the typical median for all majors at CWRU.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $54,020 | $66,020 |
| Fees | $588 | $588 |
Learn more about CWRU tuition and fees.
In the most recent graduating class, 48% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 52% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at CWRU were White. Roughly 51% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Case Western Reserve University with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 15 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 36 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 10 |
| Other Races | 4 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at CWRU. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 7 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 17 |