Overview

Key facts

Physics from University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) trains students to take a logical, problem-solving approach in whatever situations they might find themselves. Physics students explore concepts and methods of science that can be applied in many different professional areas and research topics. Physics deals with everything from subatomic particles to black holes and the overall structure of the universe.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematical Methods in Physics

Solid State Laboratory

Computational Physics

Nonlinear Physics

Modern Magnetism

Statistical Mechanics

Solid State Physics

Modern Optics

Theoretical Mechanics

Quantum Mechanics

Electromagnetic Theory

Theory of the Solid State

Nanotechonology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-15 00:00:00
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Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
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Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Colorado Springs, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

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General requirements

Official transcripts of all previous graduate and undergraduate work

3 letters of recommendation

1 goal statement

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A BS or BA degree from a college or university of recognized standing, or work equivalent to that required for such a degree and equivalent to the degree given at this university is required.

Considerable course work in physics is needed.

Sufficient mathematical background is required, i.e. at least two semesters of mathematics beyond the normal calculus sequence, such as differential equations and mathematical methods of physics.

Promise of ability to pursue advanced study and research is required.

Minimum undergraduate grade point average is at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Students with international transcripts must take the Physics GRE exam. A minimum score for regular admission is in the range of 520-550.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18086 USD / year

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Out-of-State

18086 USD / year

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In-State

9230 USD / year

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Living costs

Colorado Springs

United States

950 - 1350 USD / month

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