CIP Code 40.1101 - Physics and Astronomy

CIP 2020 · 6-digit program · National Center for Education Statistics

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CIP 2020 6-digit program. Official National Center for Education Statistics classification.

Key facts for CIP 40.1101

Code
40.1101
Level
6-digit program, CIP 2020
Official title
Physics and Astronomy
2-digit series
40 Physical Sciences
STEM
Yes, on the DHS STEM list used here
IPEDS
Valid for completions reporting

Definition

National Center for Education Statistics, CIP 2020.

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the theories that explain the fundamental structure of our world and the universe and which draws from physics and astronomy. Includes instruction in astronomy, calculus, cosmology, differential equations, electricity, magnetism, data analysis, physics, quantum mechanics, space science, spectroscopy, and thermal physics.

Classification scope

Classified elsewhere

NCES cross-references. This work belongs in another CIP code.

Where CIP 40.1101 sits in the hierarchy

2-digit series 40 Physical Sciences 4-digit series Direct parent 40.11 Physics and Astronomy
6-digit program Current 40.1101 Physics and Astronomy

CIP classifies programs. Occupations are linked through the NCES and BLS CIP to SOC crosswalk. Industries are NAICS sectors from the BLS occupation-by-industry table for those occupations. This is not a placement rate, and it is not a direct CIP to NAICS or CIP to SIC crosswalk.

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Using CIP 40.1101

What is CIP Code 40.1101?

CIP Code 40.1101 is the CIP 2020 6-digit program Physics and Astronomy.

Is CIP Code 40.1101 a STEM-designated program?

Yes. CIP Code 40.1101 is on the DHS STEM designated degree program list used on this site.

Sources for CIP 40.1101

  • Official classification source National Center for Education Statistics. Classification of Instructional Programs, CIP 2020. NCES CIP 2020
  • Occupation crosswalk NCES and BLS CIP 2020 to SOC 2018 crosswalk.

Published by SICCODE.com. The title, definition, examples, and cross-references are the NCES CIP 2020 text. STEM marks use the DHS STEM designated degree program list, archived July 12, 2023.