by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about the program at UMBC. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #4 out of 5 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, UMBC among the top schools in the country for physical sciences, coming in at #197 out of 535 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 197 of 535 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Maryland | 4 of 5 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 46 of 83 |
The following degree levels are granted in physical sciences at UMBC, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 37 |
| Master’s | 11 |
| Doctoral | 11 |
This physical sciences field at UMBC includes the following specific majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
During the most recent reporting year, University of Maryland-Baltimore County handed out 37 bachelor’s degrees in physical sciences.
UMBC holds a strong position among schools offering physical sciences at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #4 out of 5 schools by College Factual.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at UMBC, physical sciences students borrow a median amount of $16,750 in student loans. This is lower than $21,322, the typical median for all majors at UMBC.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,878 | $27,392 |
| Fees | $3,833 | $3,833 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 57% of physical sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 43% went to women.
The largest share of physical sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at UMBC were White. Approximately 46% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Maryland-Baltimore County with a bachelor’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 7 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 17 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 6 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at UMBC. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 11 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physical Sciences | 11 |