Best Colleges for Biological and Physical Sciences

Biological and Physical Sciences programs prepare students for diverse careers spanning research, healthcare, and environmental science. Graduates typically earn around $30,935 annually, with significant earning potential as they advance in specialized fields or pursue graduate studies.

When evaluating programs, students should prioritize schools with strong laboratory facilities, research opportunities, and faculty mentorship. Look for curricula that balance theoretical foundations with hands-on experience across multiple disciplines. Access to undergraduate research projects and internships proves valuable for building practical skills. Consider class sizes and student-to-faculty ratios, as smaller programs often provide more personalized attention. Schools with connections to research institutions, hospitals, or industry partners can offer networking advantages and career placement support that enhance post-graduation prospects.

Schools Ranked

$32,503

Avg. Program Earnings

59.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

Top 25 Schools

College rankings
#	School	Median Earnings	Graduation Rate	School Type
1	Thomas Edison State University Trenton, New Jersey	$50,856		public
2	Empire State University Saratoga Springs, New York	$45,852	29.3%	public
3	University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, Indiana	$40,485	96.8%	private-nonprofit
4	University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, Iowa	$39,909	68.9%	public
5	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, Wisconsin	$39,009	56.0%	public
6	Grand Valley State University Allendale, Michigan	$35,996	68.6%	public
7	University of Houston-Downtown Houston, Texas	$33,993	33.8%	public
8	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana, Pennsylvania	$33,459	52.4%	public
9	Washington State University Pullman, Washington	$33,281	61.6%	public
10	CUNY Hunter College New York, New York	$33,138	61.0%	public
11	University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon	$32,391	71.5%	public
12	Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, Virginia	$32,245	65.4%	public
13	Shawnee State University Portsmouth, Ohio	$30,771	43.0%	public
14	University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage, Alaska	$29,685	28.9%	public
15	Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck, New Jersey	$29,685	61.7%	private-nonprofit
16	Saint Anselm College Manchester, New Hampshire	$29,685	83.2%	private-nonprofit
17	University of South Florida Tampa, Florida	$28,598	74.6%	public
18	Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, Tennessee	$28,236	54.0%	public
19	Georgetown University Washington, District of Columbia	$27,476	94.3%	private-nonprofit
20	Portland State University Portland, Oregon	$27,301	53.1%	public
21	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg Greensburg, Pennsylvania	$26,519	39.6%	public
22	University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Johnstown, Pennsylvania	$26,519	53.4%	public
23	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	$26,519	84.3%	public
24	Philander Smith University Little Rock, Arkansas	$25,774	32.3%	private-nonprofit
25	Whitworth University Spokane, Washington	$25,194	68.4%	private-nonprofit