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 UNI ranks among other schools offering degrees in physics.
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The bachelor's program at UNI was ranked #137 on College Factual's Best Schools for physics list. It is also ranked #3 in Iowa.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physics Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 129 |
| Best Physics Schools | 137 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Northern Iowa handed out 8 bachelor's degrees in physics. This is an increase of 33% over the previous year when 6 degrees were handed out.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at UNI was $832 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $350 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,396 | $19,940 |
| Fees | $1,332 | $1,332 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $9,648 | $9,648 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,550 | $2,550 |
Learn more about UNI tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 88% of physics bachelor's degrees went to men and 13% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 88% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Northern Iowa with a bachelor's in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Online degrees for the UNI physics bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the UNI Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the physics majors at University of Northern Iowa.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 5 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 5 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.