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 physics.
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The physics major at WKU is not ranked on College Factual’s Best Colleges and Universities for Physics. 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 4 bachelor's degrees in physics. This is a decrease of 20% over the previous year when 5 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 average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| 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.
The physics program at WKU awarded 4 bachelor's degrees in 2021-2022. About 50% of these degrees went to men with the other 50% going to women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at WKU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 75% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Kentucky University with a bachelor's in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Online degrees for the WKU 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 WKU Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the physics majors at Western Kentucky University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 39 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 11 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 7 |
| General Physical Sciences | 2 |
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