Here is an overview of the program, including rankings, popularity, diversity, and earnings. Find out how Western Illinois University ranks among other schools offering degrees in physics.
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For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Western Illinois University conferred 7 bachelor’s degrees in physics.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,238 | $9,662 |
| Fees | $4,910 | $4,910 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 71% of physics bachelor’s degrees went to men and 29% went to women.
The largest share of physics bachelor’s degree graduates at Western Illinois University are White. About 57% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Illinois University with a bachelor’s in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Every one of the 3 students who graduated with a master’s degree in physics from Western Illinois University were men.
The majority of physics master’s degree graduates at Western Illinois University are Non-Resident Alien. About 67% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Illinois University with a master’s in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 1 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Review the following statistics on the composition of the physics majors at Western Illinois University.