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 WKU ranks among other schools offering degrees in physical science.
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The physical science major at WKU is not ranked on College Factual’s Best Colleges and Universities for General Physical Sciences. This could be for a number of reasons, such as not having enough data on the major or school to make an accurate assessment of its quality.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Western Kentucky University handed out 2 bachelor's degrees in general physical sciences. This is an increase of 100% over the previous year when 1 degrees were handed out.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at WKU was $1,125 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $477 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,436 | $27,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $12,043 | $12,043 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,409 | $2,409 |
Learn more about WKU tuition and fees.
All of the 2 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in physical science from WKU in 2022 were men.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Kentucky University with a bachelor's in physical science.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 1 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
WKU does not offer an online option for its physical science bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the WKU Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the physical science majors at Western Kentucky University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 39 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 11 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 7 |
| Physics | 4 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.