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#1

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

Bard College
Annandale-On-Hudson, NY

Annually, Bard College awards around 149 degrees to those studying Social Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Fine/Studio Arts, General, Biological and Physical Sciences, English Language and Literature/Letters, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

52%

Annual Degrees Awarded

90

SAT Score

1,320–1,440

Median Starting Salary

$57,165

#2

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

Whitworth University
Spokane, WA

At Whitworth University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biological and Physical Sciences, and Elementary Education and Teaching. In fact, Whitworth University grants 52 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

50

SAT Score

1,100–1,340

Median Starting Salary

$56,270

#3

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

New College of Florida
Sarasota, FL

At New College of Florida, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other, Biological and Physical Sciences, and Environmental Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

45

SAT Score

1,040–1,250

Median Starting Salary

$52,601

#4

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

The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA

At The Evergreen State College, only two majors are offered: Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Biological and Physical Sciences....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

95

SAT Score

1,080–1,290

Median Starting Salary

$52,824

#5

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

University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN

Notre Dame’s undergraduate program offers sixty-seven degrees within four colleges (Arts and Letters, Science, Engineering, and Business) and the Architectural School....view more

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

61

SAT Score

1,460–1,550

Median Starting Salary

$58,822

#6

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

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Pittsburgh, PA

Annually, the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus grants around 446 degrees to those studying Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

81

SAT Score

1,300–1,460

Median Starting Salary

$56,216

#7

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

University of Georgia
Athens, GA

At the University of Georgia, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, and General. In fact, the University of Georgia awards 546 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

37%

Annual Degrees Awarded

98

SAT Score

1,250–1,430

Median Starting Salary

$54,475

#8

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

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
University Park, PA

At Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students study are Finance, General, Information Science/Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus awards 577 degrees annually to Finance, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

61%

Annual Degrees Awarded

89

SAT Score

1,250–1,430

Median Starting Salary

$54,015

#9

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

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR

Every year, the University of Oregon grants about 567 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Advertising, Social Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

94

SAT Score

1,140–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$53,715

#10

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

University of Puget Sound
Tacoma, WA

Annually, the University of Puget Sound awards around 60 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,200–1,390

Median Starting Salary

$61,876

#11

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

Georgetown University
Washington, DC

At Georgetown University, the most popular majors students study are International Relations and Affairs, Finance, General, Political Science and Government, and General. In fact, Georgetown University grants 283 degrees annually to International Relations and Affairs majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

13%

Annual Degrees Awarded

32

SAT Score

1,400–1,550

Median Starting Salary

$53,975

#12

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

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA

Every year, Virginia Commonwealth University grants about 458 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Health Teacher Education, Business/Commerce, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

72

SAT Score

1,040–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$54,821

#13

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

Portland State University
Portland, OR

At Portland State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Social Sciences, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. In fact, Portland State University awards 343 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

112

SAT Score

1,050–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$50,655

#14

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

Florida International University
Miami, FL

Each year, Florida International University awards about 1536 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, General, Hospitality Administration/Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

133

SAT Score

1,080–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$50,131

#15

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

CUNY Hunter College
New York, NY

Annually, CUNY Hunter College awards about 620 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Human Biology, Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

67

SAT Score

1,110–1,400

Median Starting Salary

$49,430

#16

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

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL

Annually, Florida Atlantic University grants around 389 degrees to students studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

71

SAT Score

1,050–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$51,215

#17

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

University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK

Every year, the University of Alaska Anchorage awards around 130 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

37

SAT Score

990–1,200

Median Starting Salary

$53,123

#18

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

University of Virginia's College at Wise
Wise, VA

Every year, the University of Virginia's College at Wise grants around 66 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

950–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$52,356

#19

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

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN

Every year, Middle Tennessee State University grants about 293 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

49

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$52,957

#20

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

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY

At Cornell University, the most popular majors students study are Computer Science, Hotel/Motel Administration/Management, and Labor and Industrial Relations. In fact, Cornell University grants 453 degrees annually to Computer Science majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

8%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,490–1,570

Median Starting Salary

$53,750

#21

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

Cottey College
Nevada, MO

At Cottey College, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Secondary Education and Teaching, and International Relations and Affairs. In fact, Cottey College awards 12 degrees every year to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

970–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$55,193

#22

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

Alaska Pacific University
Anchorage, AK

Annually, Alaska Pacific University grants around 11 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Environmental Health, Biological and Physical Sciences, Parks, and Recreation and Leisure Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

870–1,160

Median Starting Salary

$55,672

#23

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

Northwestern University
Evanston, IL

At Northwestern University, the most popular majors students study are Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, and Computer Science. In fact, Northwestern University grants 281 degrees annually to Econometrics and Quantitative Economics majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

7%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,480–1,560

Median Starting Salary

$51,113

#24

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

University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA

The University of Pennsylvania provides undergraduates with 89 choices for majors in four different schools: College of Arts and Sciences, Penn Engineering, School of Nursing, and The Wharton School for business....view more

Acceptance Rate

5%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,500–1,570

Median Starting Salary

$47,646

#25

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

Fordham University
Bronx, NY

At Fordham University, the most popular majors students study are Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Fordham University grants 262 degrees every year to graduating Finance, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

56%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,350–1,490

Median Starting Salary

$59,024

#26

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

Duke University
Durham, NC

Two schools at Duke University are devoted to undergraduates: Trinity College of Arts and Sciences and Pratt School of Engineering. Combined they offer fifty majors, fifty-two minors, and the ability for students to design their own interdisciplinary majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

6%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,520–1,560

Median Starting Salary

$51,239

#27

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

Purdue University-Main Campus
West Lafayette, IN

At Purdue University-Main Campus, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and General. In fact, Purdue University-Main Campus awards 521 degrees every year to graduating Computer Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,220–1,490

Median Starting Salary

$56,256

#28

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

Wesleyan University
Middletown, CT

Each year, Wesleyan University awards about 105 degrees to students studying Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Political Science and Government, General, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

16%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,330–1,510

Median Starting Salary

$57,019

#29

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

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus
Indiana, PA

Annually, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus awards about 115 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Criminology, Psychology, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

980–1,190

Median Starting Salary

$56,786

#30

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

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks
Reading, PA

Each year, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks grants around 48 degrees to students studying Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,090–1,280

Median Starting Salary

$56,378

#31

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

University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Amherst, MA

Annually, the University of Massachusetts-Amherst awards around 533 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,310–1,500

Median Starting Salary

$56,322

#32

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

Pitzer College
Claremont, CA

Each year, Pitzer College grants about 33 degrees to students studying Environmental Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Organizational Behavior Studies, Political Science and Government, General, Economics, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

25%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,190–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$58,420

#33

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

Elmira College
Elmira, NY

Each year, Elmira College awards around 36 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Human Services, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,140–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$58,896

#34

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

Saint Anselm College
Manchester, NH

Each year, Saint Anselm College grants around 84 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Criminology, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,110–1,280

Median Starting Salary

$65,038

#35

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

Spalding University
Louisville, KY

Each year, Spalding University awards about 52 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

960–1,140

Median Starting Salary

$53,438

#36

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

University of Denver
Denver, CO

Annually, the University of Denver awards about 121 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Finance, General, International Relations and Affairs, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,240–1,410

Median Starting Salary

$56,599

#37

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

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI

Every year, Michigan State University awards around 497 degrees to those majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Advertising, Computer and Information Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,120–1,330

Median Starting Salary

$56,637

#38

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

Adelphi University
Garden City, NY

At Adelphi University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,110–1,330

Median Starting Salary

$55,065

#39

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

Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Beach, VA

Annually, Virginia Wesleyan University grants about 41 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,190–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$55,350

#40

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

Saint Norbert College
De Pere, WI

Every year, Saint Norbert College grants around 49 degrees to students majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, Political Science and Government, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$60,244

#41

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

Dominican University
River Forest, IL

At Dominican University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Natural Sciences. In fact, Dominican University grants 36 degrees per year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

930–1,140

Median Starting Salary

$53,499

#42

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

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington
Abington, PA

At Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington, the most popular majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Information Science/Studies, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,080–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$56,612

#43

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

Indiana University-Kokomo
Kokomo, IN

Annually, Indiana University-Kokomo awards about 100 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,080–1,160

Median Starting Salary

$55,146

#44

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

Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY

At Stony Brook University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Stony Brook University awards 518 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,320–1,490

Median Starting Salary

$49,831

#45

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

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI

At Grand Valley State University, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Grand Valley State University awards 252 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,110–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$56,875

#46

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

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA

At Western Washington University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Computer and Information Sciences, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,110–1,330

Median Starting Salary

$54,260

#47

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

Bennington College
Bennington, VT

Every year, Bennington College awards about 17 degrees to students majoring in Visual and Performing Arts, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General, Creative Writing, Dance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

45%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,310–1,410

Median Starting Salary

$60,279

#48

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

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL

At the University of South Florida, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,150–1,330

Median Starting Salary

$50,040

#49

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

Maryville University of Saint Louis
Saint Louis, MO

Each year, Maryville University of Saint Louis grants around 169 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

970–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$56,088

#50

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

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA

Each year, Regent University grants about 122 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, and Lay Ministry....view more

Acceptance Rate

52%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,000–1,250

Median Starting Salary

$53,287

#51

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

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg
Middletown, PA

Each year, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg grants about 78 degrees to those majoring in Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,120–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$54,523

#52

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

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA

At the University of Northern Iowa, the most popular majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, General, Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,010–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$58,682

#53

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

University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX

Every year, the University of Houston-Downtown awards around 428 degrees to students majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Accounting, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

890–1,080

Median Starting Salary

$51,981

#54

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

Washington State University
Pullman, WA

At Washington State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Washington State University awards 513 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

1,020–1,260

Median Starting Salary

$53,526

#55

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

University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg
Greensburg, PA

Annually, the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg grants around 41 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Information Technology....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,050–1,260

Median Starting Salary

$60,594

#56

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

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

At Texas Tech University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,110–1,290

Median Starting Salary

$53,855

#57

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

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI

At the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$57,740

#58

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

Alfred University
Alfred, NY

Annually, Alfred University grants about 61 degrees to those studying Fine/Studio Arts, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Mechanical Engineering, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,110–1,320

Median Starting Salary

$55,708

#59

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

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton
Dunmore, PA

Every year, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton awards around 33 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,100–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$57,120

#60

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

St Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN

Every year, St Catherine University awards around 163 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Social Work, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,040–1,230

Median Starting Salary

$53,958

#61

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

Pennsylvania Western University
California, PA

Annually, Pennsylvania Western University grants about 210 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

960–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$55,193

#62

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

Delta State University
Cleveland, MS

Each year, Delta State University grants about 46 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

930–1,150

Median Starting Salary

$52,549

#63

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

Colorado Christian University
Lakewood, CO

Every year, Colorado Christian University awards about 131 degrees to students studying Applied Psychology, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$53,280

#64

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

Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, MS

Annually, Mississippi State University awards about 346 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,090–1,350

Median Starting Salary

$51,463

#65

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

Bluefield State University
Bluefield, WV

At Bluefield State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

900–1,100

Median Starting Salary

$52,408

#66

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

Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL

Each year, Saint Xavier University awards around 194 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,040–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$54,062

#67

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

The University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX

Every year, The University of Texas at San Antonio grants about 528 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,010–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$52,762

#68

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

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York
York, PA

Every year, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York awards around 16 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,060–1,250

Median Starting Salary

$55,752

#69

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

University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL

At the University of West Florida, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,020–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$52,418

#70

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

University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Platteville, WI

Every year, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville grants about 153 degrees to students studying Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Construction Management, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Civil Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$56,913

#71

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

University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN

Annually, the University of Southern Indiana grants about 114 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,040–1,250

Median Starting Salary

$56,384

#72

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

Indiana University-Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN

Annually, Indiana University-Indianapolis awards around 564 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$54,199

#73

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

Alvernia University
Reading, PA

At Alvernia University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

62%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

980–1,140

Median Starting Salary

$57,025

#74

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

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK

Annually, the University of Alaska Fairbanks grants about 51 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

62%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,030–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$52,590

#75

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

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX

At Sam Houston State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

930–1,130

Median Starting Salary

$54,076

#76

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

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR

Every year, the University of Central Arkansas grants around 143 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$52,636

#77

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

Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO

At Northwest Missouri State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

970–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$57,156

#78

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

Calumet College of Saint Joseph
Whiting, IN

At Calumet College of Saint Joseph, the most popular majors students study are Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

800–1,030

Median Starting Salary

$53,649

#79

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

University of Wisconsin-Superior
Superior, WI

At the University of Wisconsin-Superior, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

970–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$55,963

#80

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

Concordia University-Chicago
River Forest, IL

At Concordia University-Chicago, the most popular majors students study are Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,000–1,200

Median Starting Salary

$56,168

#81

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

University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL

At the University of West Alabama, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

860–1,080

Median Starting Salary

$52,233

#82

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

The New School
New York, NY

Each year, The New School awards about 230 degrees to those studying Fashion/Apparel Design, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design, Fine and Studio Arts Management, and Illustration....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,170–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$53,179

#83

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

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Teaneck, NJ

Annually, Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus grants about 184 degrees to those studying General Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

990–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$55,353

#84

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

University of Arkansas at Monticello
Monticello, AR

At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Education, General, and General Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

850–1,110

Median Starting Salary

$55,193

#85

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

Peru State College
Peru, NE

At Peru State College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$55,420

#86

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

Palmer College of Chiropractic
Davenport, IA

At Palmer College of Chiropractic, only one major is offered: Biological and Physical Sciences....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

51

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$50,142

#87

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

Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ

Annually, Thomas Edison State University grants around 414 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

69

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$53,089

#88

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

Cambridge College
Boston, MA

Annually, Cambridge College grants around 54 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Human Services, General, Psychology, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

52%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$53,127

#89

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

Pennsylvania State University-World Campus
University Park, PA

Every year, Pennsylvania State University-World Campus awards around 168 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,020–1,260

Median Starting Salary

$55,193

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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.

Pennsylvania grants the most Bachelors degrees in Biological and Physical Sciences of all US states with 268 degrees being awarded last year. Students wanting to major in Biological and Physical Sciences can expect about 63% percent of their classmates to be women and 37% 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, Natural Sciences Managers and Postsecondary Teachers, All Other. Not only that, Biological and Physical Sciences graduates may land a high salary job, such as Natural Sciences Managers or Postsecondary Teachers, All Other.

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
1,955
Female Students
1,237 (63%)
Male Students
718 (36%)

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