Overview

The Physics program at Haverford College provides significant opportunities for first-hand experimental and theoretical investigations and a solid foundation in the basic principles of the discipline.

Physics program is especially flexible, allowing majors to pursue a range of allied interests—among them, astrophysics, biophysics, chemical physics, computing and engineering.

Key Facts

Students can opt for a traditional physics major or an interdisciplinary major. Those interested in attending graduate school in physics follow the traditional major. This interdisciplinary major is designed for students who are eager to explore physics along with a focused study of a different field. With fewer requirements than the traditional major, it allows more flexibility in course selection.

Students pursue a curriculum that includes coursework in mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, and special relativity. Required classes also cover waves and optics, introductory quantum mechanics, and lab work in electronics and wave physics. Majors must take Calculus III and and additional math course in addition to other upper-level courses in core areas of physics.

Extraordinary teachers and mentors, our faculty also work at the cutting edge of a wide range of areas—including astroparticle and early Universe physics, soft condensed matter and granular physics, extragalactic astronomy, biophysics, and nanoscience—creating exceptional research opportunities for majors. Those opportunities, as well as others beyond campus, are enhanced by the robust funding and placement system.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physics
Laboratory in Electronics, Waves and Optics
Quantum Physics Laboratory
Waves and Optics
Quantum Mechanics
Multivariable Calculus

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-10 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ardmore, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Common Application and Personal Statement
Haverford Common Application Supplement and Honor Code essay
School Report with most recent transcript (including 1st quarter grades if applying ED)
School Profile and Counselor Report
2 Teacher Evaluations (English, Math, Science, Social Studies or Foreign Language)
$65 Application Fee or fee waiver

Required as soon as first trimester or first semester grades are available: Mid-Year School Report Form with attached Secondary School Transcript
Optional: Standardized Test Results: Either the SAT or ACT Exam.

Tuition Fees

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73030 USD / year

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Out-of-State

73030 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

73030 USD / year

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Living costs

Ardmore

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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