Overview

The American Institute of Physics keeps track of what Physics major go on to do after they graduate. About half go on to graduate school. Others will find jobs in technical fields. Join the Physics degree at The City University of New York.

Key Features

Choose a concentration below to learn more:

Standard Physics

This is the general physics BS. If you want a solid education in physics, without specializing in anything in particular, this is the option for you. Many students in this concentration go on to graduate school in Physics or Astronomy.

Secondary Education

The secondary education concentration is intended for those intending to pursue careers in teaching high school physics. Taken in conjunction with a Science Education minor, students graduate with a Bachelor's Degree in Physics and a New York State High School Physics Teaching Certificate.

Applied Physics

The Applied Physics concentration is intended for students planning to pursue careers in research and development in areas of condensed matter physics, nano-electronics and material science.

Biomedical Physics

The Medical Physics concentration is intended for students want to apply to medical school, who may pursue a graduate degree in biological physics or who would like to pursue a masters in Medical Physics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

General Physics

University Physics

Physics for Architecture Students

Elementary Physics

Astronomy

Medical Physics

Modern Physics For Engineers

Quantum Mechanics For Engineers

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

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Language

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

The admissions review focuses on identifying your academic strengths as they relate to your intended major, and we will be looking for the following:

Overall academic average (GPA)

Performance in core academic subjects such as math, English and science.

SAT or ACT scores (if submitted)

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

18600 USD / year

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Out-of-State

18600 USD / year

≈ 18600 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9150 USD / year

≈ 9150 USD / year

Additional Details

Residents: $3,465 per semester

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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