by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at MSU. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #2 out of 2 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, MSU highly for physical sciences, ranked #392 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 392 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Montana | 2 of 2 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region | 15 of 19 |
Here is each degree level offered in physical sciences at MSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 95 |
| Master’s | 33 |
| Doctoral | 20 |
| Graduate Certificate | 6 |
The physical sciences field at MSU includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 64 |
| Chemistry | 50 |
| Physics | 30 |
| Materials Sciences | 8 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 2 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Montana State University conferred 95 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
MSU is among the very best schools in the country for physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #2 out of 2 schools by College Factual.
Physical Sciences students who finish a bachelor’s at MSU earn a median of $41,121 a year. This is lower than $55,032, the median for all majors at MSU.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at MSU, physical sciences students borrow a median amount of $22,250 in student loans. This is lower than $23,775, the typical median for all majors at MSU.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,654 | $30,784 |
| Fees | $2,161 | $2,503 |
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Among recent graduates, 54% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 46% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at MSU were White. Approximately 83% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Montana State University with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 79 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 10 |
Graduate study is also available at MSU. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 33 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 20 |
| Graduate Certificate Degrees in Physical Sciences | 6 |
