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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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    Physics - Astrophysics (Emphasis)

    University of North Dakota 🇺🇸 Grand Forks, United States

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  2. Undergraduate

    Physics, Undergraduate

    Northeastern University 🇺🇸 Boston, United States

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    Nuclear Technology*

    Central Virginia Community College 🇺🇸 Lynchburg, United States

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  4. Bachelor

    Physics (Integrated Science), BSE, Bachelor's, Kent

    Kent State University 🇺🇸 Kent, United States

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    Physics (MNS)

    Arizona State University at Tempe 🇺🇸 Tempe, Arizona, United States

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  7. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    University of North Florida 🇺🇸 Jacksonville, United States

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  8. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 🇺🇸 Milwaukee, United States

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  9. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    Wisconsin Lutheran College 🇺🇸 Milwaukee, United States

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    Physics - Applied Physics (Emphasis)

    University of North Dakota 🇺🇸 Grand Forks, United States

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    Biophysics (School of General Studies)

    Columbia University in the City of New York 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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    Physics

    Ohlone College 🇺🇸 Fremont, United States

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    Physics (Barnard College)

    Columbia University in the City of New York 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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    Physics (School of General Studies)

    Columbia University in the City of New York 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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  16. Major

    Physics (Undergraduate) (Majors)

    University of Washington 🇺🇸 Seattle, WA, United States

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  17. Undergraduate

    Physics of Materials (Undergraduate)

    University of Wiscosin-Eau Claire 🇺🇸 Eau Claire, United States

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  18. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate) (College of Letters and Science)

    The University of Wisconsin - Madison 🇺🇸 Madison, United States

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    Physics - Material Science (Emphasis)

    University of North Dakota 🇺🇸 Grand Forks, United States

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  20. Bachelor

    BA, Physics, Preparation for Teaching

    San Jose State University 🇺🇸 San Jose, United States

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    Physics

    Whitman College 🇺🇸 Walla Walla, United States

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  22. Major

    Physics (Major)

    St. Mary's College of California 🇺🇸 Moraga, 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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