Overview

Our graduate course curriculum provides a foundation in fundamental physics and elective courses in a broad range of topical areas.

Graduate students carry out original research in diverse areas of experimental and theoretical physics and astrophysics, under the guidance of members of our departmental faculty.

Careers

Graduates of our Physics Ph.D. program at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) are well prepared for careers in scientific research, teaching, and industry.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Classical Mechanics
Mathematical Physics
Electromagnetic Theory
Electromagnetic Theory
Radiative Processes in Astrophysics
Statistical Physics
Quantum Mechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

More details

The deadline for applications is December 15, especially for candidates who wish to be considered for financial support.

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Irvine, United States

Disciplines

Physics View 190 other PhDs in Physics in United States

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized academic institution with degree standards equivalent to those of the University of California
Have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
Three letters of recommendation
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

37217 USD / year

≈ 37217 USD / year
Out-of-State

37217 USD / year

≈ 37217 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

13140 USD / year

≈ 13140 USD / year

Living costs

Irvine

United States

1560 - 2585 USD / month

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