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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. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    Murray State University 🇺🇸 Murray, Paducah, Mayfield, Hopkinsville, Henderson, United States

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  2. Master

    Physics `7-12`,Stony Brook University, M.A.T.

    State University of New York (SUNY) 🇺🇸 Albany,New York, United States

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  3. Other programmes

    Physics Plus {affiliated concentration}

    University of Wyoming 🇺🇸 Laramie, United States

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  4. Associate

    Physics: CSU Transfer - Associate in Science for Transfer

    Cañada College 🇺🇸 Redwood City, California, United States

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  6. Master

    Planetary Science Thesis - Emphasis (Masters) (Applied Physics)

    Northern Arizona University 🇺🇸 Flagstaff, Arizona, United States

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  7. Other programmes

    SM in Physics

    Massachusetts Institute of Technology 🇺🇸 Cambridge, USA, United States

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  8. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Physics

    University of California, Berkeley 🇺🇸 Berkeley, California, United States

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  9. Bachelor

    Bakersfield, BS, 183, Physics (Physics - General)

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

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  10. Other programmes

    Course: Particle Physics II

    Students Circle Network 🇺🇸 United States

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  11. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Oklahoma State University 🇺🇸 Stillwater, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, United States

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  12. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Hendrix College 🇺🇸 Conway, Arkansas, United States

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  13. Other programmes

    Physics (Transfer Degree)

    Arizona Western College 🇺🇸 Yuma, Arizona, United States

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  15. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate) (Transfer)

    Edgewood College 🇺🇸 Madison, United States

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  16. Minor

    Physics Minor

    California State University, Fullerton 🇺🇸 Fullerton, California, United States

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  17. Bachelor

    Physics, B.S., Option:Computational Physics

    Penn State Erie - The Behrend College 🇺🇸 Erie, United States

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  18. Other programmes

    Professional Physics

    University of Wisconsin Oshkosh 🇺🇸 Oshkosh, United States

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  19. Other programmes

    Course: Modern Astrophysics

    Students Circle Network 🇺🇸 United States

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  20. Other programmes

    Non-Licensed Nuclear Operator (Workforce Programs)

    Columbia Basin College 🇺🇸 Pasco, WA, United States

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  21. Master

    Physics (Master's)

    University of Oklahoma at Norman 🇺🇸 Oklahoma, United States

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  22. Bachelor

    Physics BA BS

    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 🇺🇸 Milwaukee, 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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