Overview

The Physics major integrates phases of modern technology to develop a fundamental knowledge that can support a variety of technical interests and activities in future years.

The United States Military Academy at West Point major is designed to provide cadets a solid foundation in the essential pillars of theoretical physics, classical mechanics, electrodynamics, statistical physics, and quantum mechanics.

Additionally, a strong experimental component emphasizes the skills necessary to design and build experimental apparatus and applies these skills to modern physics, lasers and optics. Physics majors have a lab requirement component.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Cadets can apply the laws of physics to formulate mathematical models of physical systems, solve the resulting equations, and apply the solutions to hypothetical and real-world problems.
2. Cadets can apply the laws of physics to formulate and test hypotheses in an experimental setting.
3. Cadets can complete academic assignments and perform research using accepted ethical and scientific standards.
4. Cadets can communicate logical solutions to scientific and technical problems to superiors, peers, and subordinates.
5. Cadets are prepared for graduate education in physics, engineering or related fields.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Modern Physics

Laser Physics

Intermediate Quantum Mechanics

Applied Optics

Statistical Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, 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.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must meet the following basic eligibility requirements:

At least age 17, but not 23 or older, on July 1 of the year you enter West Point

A U.S. Citizen (See Information for International Cadets for exceptions)

Not married

Not pregnant

Not legally responsible for child support

Your Social Security Number

Your ACT, SAT, PSAT or PLAN (Pre-ACT) scores

Your 9-digit zip code (Find zip+4)

Your high school’s ETS Code

Your high school's address

Your Congressional District

To apply for admission to West Point, contact the U.S. Defense Attaché Office at the American Embassy in your country. This office serves as the link between the student, the host nation and the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
Out-of-State

Free
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

Free

Additional Details

West Point tuition is free.

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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