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189 PhD programmes in Physics in United States

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Physics

Expertise in physics opens an array of career choices in academia, industry and government, where your theoretical and experimental skills can contribute to the next big discovery or tech invention. The Physics programme is offered at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC).

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$29,010/yr

Atmospheric Physics

The Atmospheric Physics programme at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) provides students with a fundamental background in graduate applied physics combined with an in-depth grounding in the fundamentals of atmospheric physics.

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$29,010/yr

Physics

From large questions such as dark energy to the science underlying solar cells, discover new phenomena and gain a deeper understanding of our world with this Physics PhD programme from University of Tulsa.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$26,532/yr

Physics

The Physics programme from Illinois Institute of Technology is expected to conduct meaningful, original research that makes a significant contribution to the field, while expanding their own knowledge.

Ph.D. On-campus
6 years$33,318/yr
University of California, Berkeley4,3(102)
Berkeley, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Biophysics

To ensure that each of its students receives the necessary formal training and research experience to develop a successful career, the Biophysics Group at University of California, Berkeley created an academic program that is tailored to meet the needs of each student individually.

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$13,140/yr
The Ohio State University4,4(34)
Columbus, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Biophysics

The Biophysics Graduate Program at The Ohio State University trains students to understand biological systems using the theories and methods of quantitative life science. More exactly, biophysics training involves using physics and its related sciences of physical chemistry, electrical engineering, mathematics, and computer science to research basic biological questions.

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$14,318/yr
University of California, San Francisco4,5(2)
San Francisco, United States Top 10% in Worldwide

Biophysics

Biophysics from University of California, San Francisco spans research at the interface of physics, chemistry, and biology. 

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$69,993/yr
University of Utah4,6(12)
Salt Lake City, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Materials Science and Engineering

The Doctoral (PhD) Materials Science and Engineering degree at University of Utah offered through the Materials Science and Engineering Department is an intensive research and doctoral dissertation degree. Students may directly pursue a PhD degree without first earning a MS degree.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available
University of Miami4,6(20)
Miami, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Physics

The mission of the Physics PhD program at the University of Miami is to develop productive and creative research scientists and educators by providing students with a rigorous grounding in classical and modern theory, practice in advanced experimental techniques, training in a specialized field of research, and teaching experience.

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$31,728/yr
Wake Forest University3,5(2)
Winston-Salem, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Physics

The Physics programme offered by Wake Forest University investigates fundamental physical phenomena through advanced theoretical, computational, and experimental research in areas such as biophysics, condensed matter physics, materials science, and astrophysics.

Ph.D. On-campus
5½ yearsFree
University of Rochester4,9(7)
Rochester, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Physics and Astronomy

At University of Rochester, our Physics and Astronomy PhD program typically takes five to seven years to complete.

Ph.D. On-campus
5 yearsTuition not available
Northwestern University4,3(51)
Evanston, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Applied Physics

The Applied Physics program at Northwestern University offers interdisciplinary PhD research opportunities for graduate students with a strong undergraduate background in Physics.

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$9,344/yr
University of Wyoming5,0(2)
Laramie, United States Top 10% in Worldwide

Physics

The Physics programme offered by University of Wyoming provides graduate education in foundational physics, advanced topics and the choice of concentrations in astronomy or condensed matter physics within a close-knit environment where students work with faculty to advance their thinking and discover the questions that will guide their early careers.

Ph.D. On-campus
8 years$21,340/yr
Mississippi State University4,3(9)
Starkville, United States Top 15% in Worldwide

Applied Physics

The Department of Physics & Astronomy at Mississippi State University is always looking for new, enthusiastic graduate students. The Applied Physics programme is offered at Mississippi State University.

Ph.D. On-campus
$27,637/yr
Northwestern University4,3(51)
Evanston, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Physics

The Physics program at Northwestern University prepares students for careers in research, teaching, or industry. 

Ph.D. On-campus
6 years$9,344/yr
Catholic University of America4,1(27)
Washington, D. C., United States Top 20% in Worldwide

Physics

Candidates for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in physics are required to complete fifty-three semester hours, of which thirty-five must be in physics. In the physics courses, a B average must be maintained.

Ph.D. On-campus
5 yearsTuition not available
Yale University4,2(54)
New Haven, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Applied Physics

Graduate students in Applied Physics at Yale University develop their own course of study and research with the guidance and advice of faculty members in the areas of their research interests. 

Ph.D. On-campus
6 yearsFree
University of Nevada, Las Vegas4,0(21)
Las Vegas, United States Top 15% in Worldwide

Medical Physics

The mission of the Doctor of Medical Physics program at University of Nevada, Las Vegas is to provide a high-quality graduate education experience for students in therapeutic medical physics. 

Ph. D. On-campus
4 years$26,368/yr
Colorado State University4,1(94)
Fort Collins, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Physics

The Department of Physics from Colorado state University offers programs in physics and applied physics which lead to the Master of Science and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees.

Ph.D. On-campus
$31,556/yr
The University of Arizona4,2(48)
Tucson, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Optical Sciences

The Optical Sciences program from The University of Arizona prepares students for extraordinary opportunities in a fast-changing, high-tech world. 

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$23,400/yr

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