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

Acceptance Rate

52%

Annual Degrees Awarded

77

SAT Score

1,330–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$25,218

Median Starting Salary

$57,165

#2

#2 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

55

SAT Score

1,040–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$8,368

Median Starting Salary

$52,601

#3

#3 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, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Whitworth University grants 57 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

1,100–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$27,491

Median Starting Salary

$56,270

#4

#4 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

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

57

SAT Score

1,450–1,540

Est. Net Price *

$29,083

Median Starting Salary

$58,822

#5

#5 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

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

112

SAT Score

950–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$18,480

Median Starting Salary

$52,824

#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 407 degrees to those studying Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

70

SAT Score

1,290–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$24,338

Median Starting Salary

$56,216

#7

#7 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 449 degrees annually to Finance, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

86

SAT Score

1,230–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$27,450

Median Starting Salary

$54,015

#8

#8 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 Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Finance, and General. In fact, the University of Georgia awards 574 degrees annually to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

37%

Annual Degrees Awarded

59

SAT Score

1,180–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$16,303

Median Starting Salary

$54,475

#9

#9 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, Political Science and Government, General, Finance, and General. In fact, Georgetown University grants 268 degrees annually to International Relations and Affairs majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

13%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

1,410–1,540

Est. Net Price *

$37,967

Median Starting Salary

$53,975

#10

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

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR

Every year, the University of Oregon grants about 529 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Advertising, Social Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

79

SAT Score

1,130–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$23,917

Median Starting Salary

$53,715

#11

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

Florida International University
Miami, FL

Each year, Florida International University awards about 1694 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Hospitality Administration/Management, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

59%

Annual Degrees Awarded

162

SAT Score

1,060–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$10,742

Median Starting Salary

$50,131

#12

#12 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 229 degrees every year to graduating Finance, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

56%

Annual Degrees Awarded

40

SAT Score

1,350–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$45,368

Median Starting Salary

$59,024

#13

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

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA

Every year, Virginia Commonwealth University grants about 502 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

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

81

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$22,852

Median Starting Salary

$54,821

#14

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

CUNY Hunter College
New York, NY

Annually, CUNY Hunter College awards about 659 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

65

SAT Score

1,210–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$4,127

Median Starting Salary

$49,430

#15

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

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL

Annually, Florida Atlantic University grants around 491 degrees to students studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

71

SAT Score

1,040–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$9,839

Median Starting Salary

$51,215

#16

#16 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, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Social Sciences, and General. In fact, Portland State University awards 356 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

113

SAT Score

970–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$12,509

Median Starting Salary

$50,655

#17

#17 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 62 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

18

SAT Score

990–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$10,409

Median Starting Salary

$52,356

#18

#18 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 259 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

Est. Net Price *

$12,700

Median Starting Salary

$52,957

#19

#19 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, Labor and Industrial Relations, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Cornell University grants 457 degrees annually to Computer Science majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

8%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,480–1,560

Est. Net Price *

$26,455

Median Starting Salary

$53,750

#20

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

Indiana University-Kokomo
Kokomo, IN

Annually, Indiana University-Kokomo awards about 108 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$6,459

Median Starting Salary

$55,146

#21

#21 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, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

7%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,480–1,560

Est. Net Price *

$23,341

Median Starting Salary

$51,113

#22

#22 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 Criminology, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Cottey College awards 9 degrees every year to Criminology majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

800–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$18,430

Median Starting Salary

$55,193

#23

#23 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, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

960–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$17,995

Median Starting Salary

$56,875

#24

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

Wesleyan University
Middletown, CT

Each year, Wesleyan University awards about 91 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, English Language and Literature, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

17%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,460–1,540

Est. Net Price *

$20,463

Median Starting Salary

$57,019

#25

#25 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 48 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,220–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$42,301

Median Starting Salary

$61,876

#26

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

New York University
New York, NY

Each year, New York University awards around 533 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

9%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,480–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$30,730

Median Starting Salary

$51,585

#27

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

Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Beach, VA

Annually, Virginia Wesleyan University grants about 38 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,190–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$21,862

Median Starting Salary

$55,350

#28

#28 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 39 degrees to students studying Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,110–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$22,450

Median Starting Salary

$56,378

#29

#29 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 125 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Public Health, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

890–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$13,931

Median Starting Salary

$53,123

#30

#30 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 Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,220–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$12,421

Median Starting Salary

$56,256

#31

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

Alaska Pacific University
Anchorage, AK

Annually, Alaska Pacific University grants around 16 degrees to those majoring in Counseling Psychology, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

870–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$23,667

Median Starting Salary

$55,672

#32

#32 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 144 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

940–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$17,665

Median Starting Salary

$56,786

#33

#33 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

9

SAT Score

890–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$14,500

Median Starting Salary

$52,408

#34

#34 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 469 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer Science, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,310–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$22,954

Median Starting Salary

$56,322

#35

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

Spalding University
Louisville, KY

Each year, Spalding University awards about 70 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

9

SAT Score

890–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$25,539

Median Starting Salary

$53,438

#36

#36 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 Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,320–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$18,601

Median Starting Salary

$49,831

#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 534 degrees to those majoring in Advertising, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,170–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$24,630

Median Starting Salary

$56,637

#38

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

University of Denver
Denver, CO

Annually, the University of Denver awards about 125 degrees to students studying Finance, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,280–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$43,324

Median Starting Salary

$56,599

#39

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

Saint Anselm College
Manchester, NH

Each year, Saint Anselm College grants around 88 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Criminology, Political Science and Government, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,100–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$35,091

Median Starting Salary

$65,038

#40

#40 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, and Creative Writing. In fact, Western Washington University awards 218 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,120–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$22,096

Median Starting Salary

$54,260

#41

#41 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

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,150–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$28,671

Median Starting Salary

$55,065

#42

#42 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, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Washington State University awards 466 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

1,030–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$18,155

Median Starting Salary

$53,526

#43

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

Saint Norbert College
De Pere, WI

Every year, Saint Norbert College grants around 50 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,110–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$27,236

Median Starting Salary

$60,244

#44

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

Pitzer College
Claremont, CA

Each year, Pitzer College grants about 22 degrees to students studying Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Environmental Science, Organizational Behavior Studies, Political Science and Government, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

17%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,190–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$34,801

Median Starting Salary

$58,420

#45

#45 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

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,150–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$11,578

Median Starting Salary

$50,040

#46

#46 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, Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, Dominican University grants 41 degrees per year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

940–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$16,969

Median Starting Salary

$53,499

#47

#47 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, Business Administration, Management and Operations, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

40%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

810–980

Est. Net Price *

$17,377

Median Starting Salary

$53,649

#48

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

Elmira College
Elmira, NY

Each year, Elmira College awards around 38 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,120–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$24,551

Median Starting Salary

$58,896

#49

#49 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 Social Psychology....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,090–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$17,561

Median Starting Salary

$56,612

#50

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

Arcadia University
Glenside, PA

Every year, Arcadia University grants around 58 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,110–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$26,994

Median Starting Salary

$57,490

#51

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

Moravian University
Bethlehem, PA

At Moravian University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,070–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$30,720

Median Starting Salary

$57,855

#52

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

The New School
New York, NY

Each year, The New School awards about 240 degrees to those studying Fashion/Apparel Design, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,170–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$62,226

Median Starting Salary

$53,179

#53

#53 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

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$15,931

Median Starting Salary

$58,682

#54

#54 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 Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,100–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$16,773

Median Starting Salary

$53,855

#55

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

Rutgers University-Camden
Camden, NJ

Each year, Rutgers University-Camden grants about 348 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,010–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$18,735

Median Starting Salary

$54,178

#56

#56 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 230 degrees to those studying General Studies, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,000–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$17,121

Median Starting Salary

$55,353

#57

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

King's College
Wilkes-Barre, PA

At King's College, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, and Accounting. In fact, King's College grants 92 degrees every year to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,060–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$25,608

Median Starting Salary

$60,075

#58

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

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

Annually, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College awards about 64 degrees to students studying Mechanical Engineering, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,120–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$20,964

Median Starting Salary

$54,508

#59

#59 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 106 degrees to those majoring in Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,120–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$22,406

Median Starting Salary

$54,523

#60

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

Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, MS

Annually, Mississippi State University awards about 326 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,090–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$16,480

Median Starting Salary

$51,463

#61

#61 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 722 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

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

960–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$14,269

Median Starting Salary

$51,981

#62

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

Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA

Every year, Azusa Pacific University awards about 615 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

990–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$26,117

Median Starting Salary

$54,585

#63

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

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA

Each year, Regent University grants about 113 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Bible/Biblical Studies, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,060–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$18,314

Median Starting Salary

$53,287

#64

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

Pennsylvania Western University
California, PA

Annually, Pennsylvania Western University grants about 273 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

960–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$19,579

Median Starting Salary

$0

#65

#65 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 Natural Resources Management and Policy, Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,040–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$14,347

Median Starting Salary

$57,740

#66

#66 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 164 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$26,733

Median Starting Salary

$56,088

#67

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

Colorado Christian University
Lakewood, CO

Every year, Colorado Christian University awards about 100 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Applied Psychology, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$26,770

Median Starting Salary

$53,280

#68

#68 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, and Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

970–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$15,497

Median Starting Salary

$57,156

#69

#69 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 129 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$16,362

Median Starting Salary

$52,636

#70

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

Alfred University
Alfred, NY

Annually, Alfred University grants about 69 degrees to those studying Fine/Studio Arts, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Mechanical Engineering, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,120–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$26,127

Median Starting Salary

$55,708

#71

#71 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 521 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$10,831

Median Starting Salary

$52,762

#72

#72 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 196 degrees to students studying Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,080–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$15,966

Median Starting Salary

$56,913

#73

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

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

Each year, Texas State University awards around 518 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

990–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$15,307

Median Starting Salary

$54,123

#74

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

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN

Annually, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis awards around 564 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$11,592

Median Starting Salary

$54,199

#75

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

Delta State University
Cleveland, MS

Each year, Delta State University grants about 63 degrees to students majoring in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

940–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$13,457

Median Starting Salary

$52,549

#76

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

Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL

Each year, Saint Xavier University awards around 138 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

960–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$11,943

Median Starting Salary

$54,062

#77

#77 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 110 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$14,066

Median Starting Salary

$56,384

#78

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

Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS

Each year, Fort Hays State University awards around 502 degrees to students majoring in Organizational Leadership, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$13,774

Median Starting Salary

$54,415

#79

#79 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 22 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,080–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$19,159

Median Starting Salary

$55,752

#80

#80 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 Education, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$13,575

Median Starting Salary

$55,193

#81

#81 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 36 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,080–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$17,196

Median Starting Salary

$60,594

#82

#82 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

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$13,126

Median Starting Salary

$55,963

#83

#83 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 53 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$9,985

Median Starting Salary

$52,590

#84

#84 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, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,855

Median Starting Salary

$55,420

#85

#85 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 Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

930–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$14,781

Median Starting Salary

$52,233

#86

#86 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, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,000–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$17,767

Median Starting Salary

$56,168

#87

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

Harris-Stowe State University
Saint Louis, MO

Annually, Harris-Stowe State University grants about 38 degrees to students studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

850–1,010

Est. Net Price *

$9,302

Median Starting Salary

$51,091

#88

#88 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

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$50,142

#89

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

Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ

Annually, Thomas Edison State University grants around 440 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

82

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$53,089

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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.

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

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