by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how Johns Hopkins ranks among other schools offering degrees in physics.
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Ranked at #2 in College Factual's most recent rankings, Johns Hopkins is in the top 1% of the country for physics students pursuing a bachelor's degree. It is also ranked #1 in Maryland.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physics Master’s Degree Schools | 1 |
| Best Physics Schools | 2 |
| Best Physics Graduate Degree Schools | 2 |
| Best Physics Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 3 |
| Best Physics Doctor’s Degree Schools | 12 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Johns Hopkins University handed out 13 bachelor's degrees in physics. This is a decrease of 35% over the previous year when 20 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 26 students received their master’s degree in physics from Johns Hopkins. This makes it the #15 most popular school for physics master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 12 students received their doctoral degrees in physics in 2022, making the school the #50 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Johns Hopkins paid an average of $2,095 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $62,840 | $62,840 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,345 | $1,345 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $19,910 | $19,910 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,470 | $1,470 |
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Of the 13 physics students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2021-2022 from Johns Hopkins, about 77% were men and 23% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a bachelor's in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 2 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Johns Hopkins 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 Johns Hopkins Online Learning page.
For the most recent academic year available, 71% of physics master's degrees went to men and 29% went to women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at Johns Hopkins are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 67% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a master's in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 33 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 7 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the physics majors at Johns Hopkins University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Other Physical Science | 93 |
| Chemistry | 76 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 12 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 4 |
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