Overview

At Rice University we offer a bachelor degree in Physics and Astronomy. The bachelor of science degree with majors in physics, astrophysics, or chemical physics provides preparation for employment or further study in physics, astrophysics, and related technical fields.

Research

Research facilities and thesis supervision are available for MS and PhD students in atomic, molecular, and optical physics; biophysics; condensed matter physics; galactic astronomy; high energy astrophysics, nuclear and particle physics; and space physics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Exploring The Cosmos

Stars, Galaxies, And The Universe

Exploration Of The Solar System

Statistical Methods In Physics And Astronomy

Solar System Physics

Teaching Earth And Space Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-04 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 1773 other Bachelors in Physics in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

The Coalition Application or the Common Application and Rice writing supplement

$75 nonrefundable application fee (must be paid online)

Official high school transcript in English (or a certified English translation)

Recommendation Letters

Early decision agreement

Demonstration of English proficiency

International Student Financial Statement

Tuition Fee

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International

54100 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 54100 USD per year during 48 months.
National

54100 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 54100 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Houston

1067 - 1950 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Physics and Astronomy.

Available Scholarships

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