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#1

#1 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

In general, Texas Tech University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,110–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$17,896

Median Starting Salary

$53,855

#2

#2 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Virginia's College at Wise
Wise, VA

Generally, the University of Virginia's College at Wise is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

950–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$9,923

Median Starting Salary

$52,356

#3

#3 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Cottey College
Nevada, MO

Cottey College is a fairly selective school. They receive approximately 680 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

980–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$17,123

Median Starting Salary

$55,193

#4

#4 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

New York University
New York, NY

Generally, New York University is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,470–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$29,499

Median Starting Salary

$51,585

#5

#5 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA

the University of Northern Iowa is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,040–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$15,782

Median Starting Salary

$58,682

#6

#6 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Pitzer College
Claremont, CA

Overall, Pitzer College is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

18%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,190–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$39,809

Median Starting Salary

$58,420

#7

#7 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Delta State University
Cleveland, MS

Delta State University is a non selective school. The institution receives approximately 900 applications...

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

940–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$14,138

Median Starting Salary

$52,549

#8

#8 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg
Greensburg, PA

the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,060–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$18,194

Median Starting Salary

$60,594

#9

#9 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Harris-Stowe State University
Saint Louis, MO

Harris-Stowe State University is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

850–1,010

Est. Net Price *

$10,239

Median Starting Salary

$51,091

#10

#10 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Bard College
Annandale-On-Hudson, NY

Acceptance Rate

46%

Annual Degrees Awarded

77

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$25,214

Median Starting Salary

$57,165

#11

#11 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

New College of Florida
Sarasota, FL

In general, New College of Florida is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

1,130–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$10,496

Median Starting Salary

$52,601

#12

#12 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA

The Evergreen State College is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

112

SAT Score

1,020–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$16,318

Median Starting Salary

$52,824

#13

#13 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN

Notre Dame is known for its extremely competitive admissions process.

Acceptance Rate

13%

Annual Degrees Awarded

57

SAT Score

1,450–1,550

Est. Net Price *

$28,474

Median Starting Salary

$58,822

#14

#14 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Pittsburgh, PA

the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

70

SAT Score

1,300–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$24,286

Median Starting Salary

$56,216

#15

#15 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Whitworth University
Spokane, WA

Whitworth University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

1,100–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$28,299

Median Starting Salary

$56,270

#16

#16 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Georgia
Athens, GA

the University of Georgia is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

59

SAT Score

1,250–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$17,180

Median Starting Salary

$54,475

#17

#17 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR

the University of Oregon is a non selective school. The institution receives roughly 37,200 applications...

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

79

SAT Score

1,160–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$22,077

Median Starting Salary

$53,715

#18

#18 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Florida International University
Miami, FL

Overall, Florida International University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

162

SAT Score

1,070–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$9,881

Median Starting Salary

$50,131

#19

#19 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Georgetown University
Washington, DC

Georgetown University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

1,420–1,560

Est. Net Price *

$35,566

Median Starting Salary

$53,975

#20

#20 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA

Virginia Commonwealth University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

81

SAT Score

1,040–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$21,294

Median Starting Salary

$54,821

#21

#21 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Fordham University
Bronx, NY

Fordham University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

40

SAT Score

1,340–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$43,943

Median Starting Salary

$59,024

#22

#22 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL

Florida Atlantic University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

71

SAT Score

1,030–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$9,711

Median Starting Salary

$51,215

#23

#23 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

CUNY Hunter College
New York, NY

CUNY Hunter College is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

65

SAT Score

1,180–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$4,848

Median Starting Salary

$49,430

#24

#24 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Palmer College of Chiropractic
Davenport, IA

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$50,142

#25

#25 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Portland State University
Portland, OR

Generally, Portland State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

113

SAT Score

970–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$16,273

Median Starting Salary

$50,655

#26

#26 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY

Cornell University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

7%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,470–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$26,060

Median Starting Salary

$53,750

#27

#27 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Northwestern University
Evanston, IL

Northwestern University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

7%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,480–1,560

Est. Net Price *

$22,095

Median Starting Salary

$51,113

#28

#28 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN

Middle Tennessee State University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

49

SAT Score

1,020–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$13,062

Median Starting Salary

$52,957

#29

#29 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Wesleyan University
Middletown, CT

Generally, Wesleyan University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

14%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,350–1,510

Est. Net Price *

$21,270

Median Starting Salary

$57,019

#30

#30 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Purdue University-Main Campus
West Lafayette, IN

Purdue University-Main Campus is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,230–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$12,576

Median Starting Salary

$56,256

#31

#31 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI

Grand Valley State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

980–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$17,105

Median Starting Salary

$56,875

#32

#32 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Amherst, MA

the University of Massachusetts-Amherst is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,280–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$22,291

Median Starting Salary

$56,322

#33

#33 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Puget Sound
Tacoma, WA

the University of Puget Sound is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,210–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$41,363

Median Starting Salary

$61,876

#34

#34 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY

Overall, Stony Brook University is a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,320–1,500

Est. Net Price *

$17,213

Median Starting Salary

$49,831

#35

#35 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Saint Anselm College
Manchester, NH

Saint Anselm College is a somewhat selective school. The school receives about 3,510 applications every...

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,140–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$35,080

Median Starting Salary

$65,038

#36

#36 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Denver
Denver, CO

the University of Denver is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,270–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$42,423

Median Starting Salary

$56,599

#37

#37 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI

Michigan State University is a non selective school. They receive about 53,300 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,180–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$22,803

Median Starting Salary

$56,637

#38

#38 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Adelphi University
Garden City, NY

Overall, Adelphi University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,110–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$26,953

Median Starting Salary

$55,065

#39

#39 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL

Generally, the University of South Florida is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,150–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$11,004

Median Starting Salary

$50,040

#40

#40 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus
Indiana, PA

In general, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

940–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$20,205

Median Starting Salary

$56,786

#41

#41 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA

Western Washington University is a non selective school. They receive approximately 11,900 applications each...

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,150–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$21,105

Median Starting Salary

$54,260

#42

#42 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Saint Norbert College
De Pere, WI

In general, Saint Norbert College is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,070–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$26,983

Median Starting Salary

$60,244

#43

#43 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Indiana University-Kokomo
Kokomo, IN

Indiana University-Kokomo is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

1,010–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$6,648

Median Starting Salary

$55,146

#44

#44 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Washington State University
Pullman, WA

Washington State University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

1,030–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$17,911

Median Starting Salary

$53,526

#45

#45 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Moravian University
Bethlehem, PA

Moravian University is a fairly selective school. The school receives roughly 3,300 applications every...

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,070–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$31,168

Median Starting Salary

$57,855

#46

#46 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Arcadia University
Glenside, PA

Arcadia University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives roughly 6,320 applications annually.

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,110–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$29,692

Median Starting Salary

$57,490

#47

#47 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

The New School
New York, NY

The New School is a fairly selective school. They receive roughly 9,520 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,170–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$55,480

Median Starting Salary

$53,179

#48

#48 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

82

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$53,089

#49

#49 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Rutgers University-Camden
Camden, NJ

Overall, Rutgers University-Camden is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,040–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$14,151

Median Starting Salary

$54,178

#50

#50 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK

Generally, the University of Alaska Anchorage is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

890–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$15,609

Median Starting Salary

$53,123

#51

#51 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Beach, VA

Virginia Wesleyan University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,220–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$23,046

Median Starting Salary

$55,350

#52

#52 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Dominican University
River Forest, IL

Dominican University is a non selective school. The institution receives about 5,100 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

890–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$18,162

Median Starting Salary

$53,499

#53

#53 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

King's College
Wilkes-Barre, PA

King's College is a non selective school. The school receives 3,216 applications every year from incoming...

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,080–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$25,869

Median Starting Salary

$60,075

#54

#54 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, MS

Mississippi State University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,080–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$15,364

Median Starting Salary

$51,463

#55

#55 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Elmira College
Elmira, NY

Overall, Elmira College is a non selective school. Around 1,500 applications are received by the school each...

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,120–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$24,040

Median Starting Salary

$58,896

#56

#56 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Colorado Christian University
Lakewood, CO

Generally, Colorado Christian University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$23,313

Median Starting Salary

$53,280

#57

#57 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA

Azusa Pacific University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,000–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$26,666

Median Starting Salary

$54,585

#58

#58 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Maryville University of Saint Louis
Saint Louis, MO

Maryville University of Saint Louis is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$26,757

Median Starting Salary

$56,088

#59

#59 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
University Park, PA

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

86

SAT Score

1,220–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$26,747

Median Starting Salary

$54,015

#60

#60 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Alaska Pacific University
Anchorage, AK

Alaska Pacific University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

870–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$22,388

Median Starting Salary

$55,672

#61

#61 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI

In general, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$13,702

Median Starting Salary

$57,740

#62

#62 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA

Regent University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

32%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,030–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$17,341

Median Starting Salary

$53,287

#63

#63 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Teaneck, NJ

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$16,030

Median Starting Salary

$55,353

#64

#64 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Spalding University
Louisville, KY

Spalding University is a non selective school. They receive roughly 700 applications every admission cycle.

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

890–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$26,539

Median Starting Salary

$53,438

#65

#65 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO

Northwest Missouri State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$14,197

Median Starting Salary

$57,156

#66

#66 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

The University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX

The University of Texas at San Antonio is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,010–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$12,664

Median Starting Salary

$52,762

#67

#67 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Alfred University
Alfred, NY

Alfred University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,100–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$26,183

Median Starting Salary

$55,708

#68

#68 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN

In general, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,060–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$11,462

Median Starting Salary

$54,199

#69

#69 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

Texas State University is a non selective school. They receive about 28,900 applications every admission...

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

990–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$14,120

Median Starting Salary

$54,123

#70

#70 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Platteville, WI

the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$15,595

Median Starting Salary

$56,913

#71

#71 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR

the University of Central Arkansas is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$15,456

Median Starting Salary

$52,636

#72

#72 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Bluefield State University
Bluefield, WV

Overall, Bluefield State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

890–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$11,759

Median Starting Salary

$52,408

#73

#73 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX

Overall, the University of Houston-Downtown is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

960–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$14,911

Median Starting Salary

$51,981

#74

#74 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS

Overall, Fort Hays State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$13,322

Median Starting Salary

$54,415

#75

#75 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN

the University of Southern Indiana is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,050–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$14,443

Median Starting Salary

$56,384

#76

#76 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL

Overall, Saint Xavier University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

960–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$11,302

Median Starting Salary

$54,062

#77

#77 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK

the University of Alaska Fairbanks is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$9,450

Median Starting Salary

$52,590

#78

#78 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Superior
Superior, WI

Generally, the University of Wisconsin-Superior is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$12,908

Median Starting Salary

$55,963

#79

#79 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL

the University of West Alabama is a fairly selective school. They receive about 3,130 applications annually.

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

930–1,080

Est. Net Price *

$13,786

Median Starting Salary

$52,233

#80

#80 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Calumet College of Saint Joseph
Whiting, IN

Calumet College of Saint Joseph is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

34%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

810–980

Est. Net Price *

$13,634

Median Starting Salary

$53,649

#81

#81 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

University of Arkansas at Monticello
Monticello, AR

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$12,693

Median Starting Salary

$55,193

#82

#82 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Peru State College
Peru, NE

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$12,618

Median Starting Salary

$55,420

#83

#83 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Concordia University-Chicago
River Forest, IL

Concordia University-Chicago is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,000–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$18,832

Median Starting Salary

$56,168

#84

#84 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks
Reading, PA

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,100–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$21,728

Median Starting Salary

$56,378

#85

#85 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington
Abington, PA

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,080–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$20,460

Median Starting Salary

$56,612

#86

#86 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Pennsylvania Western University
California, PA

Pennsylvania Western University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

950–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$18,527

Median Starting Salary

$0

#87

#87 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg
Middletown, PA

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,110–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,096

Median Starting Salary

$54,523

#88

#88 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York
York, PA

Generally, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,100–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$18,910

Median Starting Salary

$55,752

#89

#89 Best College for Biological and Physical Sciences in the U.S.

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College
Erie, PA

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,100–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$21,968

Median Starting Salary

$54,508

*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Biological and Physical Sciences

A program that is either a general synthesis of one or more of the biological and physical sciences, or a specialization which draws from the biological and physical sciences.

Florida grants the most Bachelors degrees in Biological and Physical Sciences of all US states with 292 degrees being awarded last year. Students wanting to major in Biological and Physical Sciences can expect about 65% percent of their classmates to be women and 35% percent of their classmates to be male. Most students graduating in this field earn a Associates degree. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Biological and Physical Sciences is $47,533.

Popularity of Biological and Physical Sciences Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Biological and Physical Sciences degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

For Biological and Physical Sciences majors, some of the most in demand careers include Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education, Postsecondary Teachers, All Other and Natural Sciences Managers. Not only that, Biological and Physical Sciences graduates may land a high salary job, such as Postsecondary Teachers, All Other or Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Biological and Physical Sciences majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Biological and Physical Sciences majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
1,963
Female Students
1,270 (64%)
Male Students
693 (35%)

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