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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.

  • 1,613 programmes
  • 568 institutions
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  1. Major

    Physics (Baccalaureate Major)

    Thomas More College 🇺🇸 Crestview Hills, Kentucky, United States

  2. Major

    Physics (Major)

    University of Wisconsin-Marshfield / Wood County 🇺🇸 Marshfield, United States

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  4. Other programmes

    Course: Quantum Physics I

    Students Circle Network 🇺🇸 United States

  5. Other programmes

    Physics

    Ohio University 🇺🇸 Athens, United States

  6. Other programmes

    Physics

    Chaffey College 🇺🇸 Rancho Cucamonga, California, United States

  7. Bachelor

    Physics (B.S.)

    Loyola University of Chicago 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States

  8. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Utah State University 🇺🇸 Logan, Roosevelt, Vernal, Price, San Juan, Tooele, Brigham City, United States

  9. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PHD) (Graduate Program)

    The University of Arizona 🇺🇸 Tucson, United States

  10. Master

    Physics, M.A. (PHYSMA)

    University of Arkansas 🇺🇸 Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States

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  12. Other programmes

    PHY-Physics

    Triton College 🇺🇸 River Grove, United States

  13. Other programmes

    Physics

    Mesa Community College, Red Mountain Campus 🇺🇸 Mesa, United States

  14. Major

    Physics (CLA, CSE) (Major)

    University of Minnesota 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, United States

  15. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    University of Wisconsin - Stout 🇺🇸 Menomonie, United States

  16. Minor

    Physics Minor

    California State University, Los Angeles 🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States

  17. Master

    Physics,Stony Brook University, M.A.

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

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.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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