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 UMass Amherst ranks among other schools offering degrees in physics.
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UMass Amherst was ranked #23 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for physics majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #2 in Massachusetts.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physics Master’s Degree Schools | 14 |
| Best Physics Graduate Degree Schools | 17 |
| Best Physics Schools | 23 |
| Best Physics Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 24 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Massachusetts Amherst handed out 48 bachelor's degrees in physics. This is a decrease of 21% over the previous year when 61 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 5 students received their master’s degree in physics from UMass Amherst. This makes it the #111 most popular school for physics master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 9 students received their doctoral degrees in physics in 2022, making the school the #71 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at UMass Amherst was $1,605 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $691 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,591 | $38,527 |
| Fees | $766 | $766 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $14,869 | $14,869 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,440 | $1,440 |
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During the 2021-2022 academic year, 48 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in physics from UMass Amherst. About 75% were men and 25% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at UMass Amherst are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 65% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a bachelor's in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 31 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 8 |
| Other Races | 2 |
UMass Amherst 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 UMass Amherst Online Learning page.
In the 2021-2022 academic year, 15 students earned a master's degree in physics from UMass Amherst. About 20% of these graduates were women and the other 80% were men.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a master's in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 9 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the physics majors at University of Massachusetts Amherst.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 52 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 29 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 20 |
| Materials Sciences | 6 |
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