by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how JMU ranks among other schools offering degrees in physics.
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The bachelor's program at JMU was ranked #99 on College Factual's Best Schools for physics list. It is also ranked #6 in Virginia.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physics Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 96 |
| Best Physics Schools | 99 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, James Madison University handed out 26 bachelor's degrees in physics. This is an increase of 53% over the previous year when 17 degrees were handed out.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at JMU paid an average of $837 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $263 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,914 | $25,128 |
| Fees | $5,662 | $5,662 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,254 | $1,254 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $12,584 | $12,584 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $4,560 | $4,560 |
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Of the 26 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Physics from JMU in 2021-2022, 88% were men and 12% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 81% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from James Madison University with a bachelor's in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 21 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 4 |
JMU does not offer an online option for its physics bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the JMU Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the physics majors at James Madison University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 44 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 13 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.