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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. Bachelor

    physics (Associate, Bachelor’s)

    SUNY Empire State College 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Geophysics, MS, PhD

    Michigan Technological University 🇺🇸 Houghton, United States

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  3. Undergraduate

    Astrophysics (Undergraduate)

    Agnes Scott College 🇺🇸 Decatur, United States

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  4. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Atlantic International University 🇺🇸 Honolulu, United States

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  6. Other programmes

    Physics (Study abroad)

    University of Northern Iowa 🇺🇸 Cedar Falls, United States

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  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Biophysics (PhD)

    Harvard Medical School 🇺🇸 Boston, United States

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  8. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor of Science)

    Atlantic International University 🇺🇸 Honolulu, United States

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  9. Bachelor

    Physics - Bachelor of Science

    Michigan State University 🇺🇸 East Lansing, United States

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  10. PhD / Doctorate

    Biophysics - PHD

    Ohio State University at Mansfield 🇺🇸 Mansfield, United States

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  11. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science 🇺🇸 Los Angeles, United States

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  12. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    University of Massachusetts at Boston 🇺🇸 Boston, United States

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  13. Associate

    Physics (Associate of Arts and Science Degree with Emphasis)

    University of Wisconsin, Rock County 🇺🇸 Janesville, United States

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  15. Major

    Physics/ Pre-Professional Emphasis (Undergraduate Major)

    Auburn University 🇺🇸 Auburn, United States

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  16. Major

    Applied Physics (Undergraduate) (Majors)

    University of Washington 🇺🇸 Seattle, WA, United States

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  17. Minor

    Applied Physics, Minor

    California State University, San Bernardino 🇺🇸 San Bernardino, California, United States

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  18. Other programmes

    Physics (Study abroad)

    CNRS Cooperative Research Program 🇺🇸 Urbana-Champaign, United States

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  19. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Pennsylvania State University, Berks 🇺🇸 Reading, United States

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  20. Associate

    AAS - Physics (Associate Degree Plans with Emphasis)

    University of Wisconsin, Waukesha 🇺🇸 Waukesha, United States

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  21. Associate

    Associate of Science, Physics

    Highline College 🇺🇸 Des Moines, WA, United States

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  22. Undergraduate

    Benjamin C. Shen Endowed Fund in Physics (Continuing Undergraduate Students)

    University of California, Riverside 🇺🇸 Riverside, 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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