Overview

UTSA’s Physics Program

The Physics program of The University of Texas at San Antonio offers two pathways, a B.A. or B.S. You can also earn a Minor in Physics and/or in Astronomy. The programs offer a complete curriculum of advanced courses such as Classical Mechanics and Statistical Thermodynamics, Electrodynamics, Quantum Mechanics, Mathematical Physics, Astrophysics and Space Physics, as well as advanced electives in a variety of topics. The degrees provide opportunities for several career fields, but the B.S. is recommended if you’re planning to pursue graduate studies in physics or related subjects.

Careers in Physics

Top job titles for Physics graduates include:

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physics for Scientists and Engineers

Modern Physics

Mathematical Physics

Classical Mechanics

Thermal Physics

Electricity and Magnetism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Helotes, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Possess equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma

Meet the minimum English language proficiency requirements

Submit an application on ApplyTexas or Common App

Pay a non-refundable $70 application fee

Submit all official (English-translated) transcripts to UTSA

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

27598 USD / year

≈ 27598 USD / year
Out-of-State

27598 USD / year

≈ 27598 USD / year
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In-State

11448 USD / year

≈ 11448 USD / year

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Overview

UTSA’s Physics Program

Careers in Physics

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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