by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about the program at UIC. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #12 out of 14 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks UIC as a strong choice for physical sciences, ranked #253 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 253 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Illinois | 12 of 15 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 30 of 62 |
The table below lists every degree level available for physical sciences at UIC, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 72 |
| Master’s | 20 |
| Doctoral | 38 |
The physical sciences area of study at UIC includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 68 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 35 |
| Physics | 27 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Illinois Chicago handed out 72 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
UIC ranks competitively among schools offering physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #12 out of 14 schools by College Factual.
Physical Sciences students who finish a bachelor’s at UIC earn a median of $47,660 a year. This is lower than $73,881, the median for all majors at UIC.
To complete a bachelor’s at UIC, physical sciences students borrow a median amount of $23,737 in student loans. This is above $20,119, the typical median for all majors at UIC.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,776 | $28,849 |
| Fees | $3,160 | $3,160 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 42% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 58% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at UIC were Hispanic or Latino. Approximately 36% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Illinois Chicago with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 13 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 26 |
| White | 20 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 5 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at UIC. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 20 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 38 |
