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Study Physics in the United States

Physics investigates the laws of nature from particles to the universe – mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum physics and astrophysics – with strong mathematics and laboratory components.

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  1. Minor

    Minor, Physics

    San Jose State University 🇺🇸 San Jose, United States

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  2. Diploma

    Nuclear Tech. (Diploma)

    Cape Fear Community College 🇺🇸 Wilmington, United States

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  3. Other programmes

    Physics (AS Degree – For University Transfer)

    Cochise College 🇺🇸 Douglas, United States

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  4. Major

    Physics (Major)

    New Mexico State University 🇺🇸 Las Cruces, United States

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  6. Bachelor

    Physics (PHYBD) (Bachelor)

    Penn State Greater Allegheny 🇺🇸 PA - Pennsylvania, United States

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  7. Major

    Physics (Undergraduate Major)

    University of Tulsa 🇺🇸 Tulsa, United States

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  8. PhD / Doctorate

    PHYSICS, MS, PhD

    University of Pittsburgh 🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, United States

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  9. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics

    University of Hawai`i 🇺🇸 Pearl City, United States

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  10. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 🇺🇸 Indianapolis, United States

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  11. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Susquehanna University 🇺🇸 Selinsgrove, United States

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  12. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Emory University 🇺🇸 Atlanta, United States

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  13. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Johns Hopkins University 🇺🇸 Baltimore, United States

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  15. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    University of North Carolina at Asheville 🇺🇸 Asheville, NC, United States

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  16. Certificate

    Physics (Post Baccalaureate Certification (Instructional I))

    Millersville University of Pennsylvania 🇺🇸 Millersville, United States

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  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics - PHD

    Ohio State University at Mansfield 🇺🇸 Mansfield, United States

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  18. Bachelor

    Physics BS (Accelerated Degree Program)

    Binghamton University 🇺🇸 Binghamton, United States

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  19. Bachelor

    Physics, B.A.

    University of LaVerne 🇺🇸 La Verne, United States, United States

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  20. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Physics

    Georgetown University 🇺🇸 Washington, United States

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  21. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Physics (College Of Sciences)

    Southern University, Baton Rouge 🇺🇸 Baton Rouge, United States

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  22. Other programmes

    Geophysics

    University of California Berkeley, College of Letters and Science 🇺🇸 Berkeley, California, United States

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Study Physics in the United States – facts and figures

In the United States, 568 universities and colleges offer 1,613 Physics programmes: 371 Bachelor, 184 Master and 165 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Long Beach, Oakland, Albany,New York and San Diego. Institutions with the widest choice: The California State University, University of California and State University of New York (SUNY).

Degrees in Physics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Physics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Physics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Physics programmes?

The directory lists 1,613 Physics programmes at 568 institutions in the United States. Popular cities include Long Beach, Oakland and Albany,New York.

How long does it take to study Physics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Physics programmes in the United States?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are The California State University, University of California, State University of New York (SUNY), Harvard University and University of California, San Diego.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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