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For Prospective Physics Students

THE COLLEGE (Undergraduates)

Undergraduate education at the University of Chicago is organized by The College. Physics course requirements for a B.A. degree can be completed in three years, although students are encouraged to take physics courses starting in their first year. Application is made to the College, not the Physics Department.

• Opportunities in Physics and Astronomy & Astrophysics (8/2000)
• Academics, applications, and more information from the College's website
• Updated Physics curriculum effective Fall 2001
• Physics concentration (major)
• Astronomy & Astrophysics concentration
• Award-winning physics teachers
• Visiting the College? Please contact Dr. Gazes in advance to schedule an appointment if you'd also like to talk about the undergraduate physics program <gazes@uchicago.edu>.
• More information from the University

MASTER'S PROGRAM

Although the Physics Department doesn't offer a terminal master's program, a student can specialize in physics in the master's program offered by the Physical Sciences Division.

• Divisional Master's Program in the Physical Sciences
• Email mspsd@uchicago.edu to request a Divisional Master's application!
• More information from the University and our Office of Graduate Affairs

DOCTORAL STUDY

The University of Chicago Physics Department offers the opportunity to pursue a Ph.D. in many areas of experimental and theoretical physics. Entering students typically have undergraduate degrees in physics or related fields, and are drawn from the most qualified applicants from around the world.

• Application for Admission
  Applications are accepted between October 1 through December 28. Please complete your application and submit it online using the following URL: https://grad-application.uchicago.edu. When you create your application account, you will be able to access the Physics Dept. admission requirements and related information.
• Department of Physics
• Our Ph.D. Program
• Information for Entering Graduate Students (PDF)
• Graduate Catalog
• Research in the Department of Physics
• Award-winning Physics Teachers
• Get our AIP Grad Programs Book entry
  (free download: Adobe Acrobat Reader)
• More information from the University and our Office of Graduate Affairs

VIRTUAL CAMPUS TOURS

• Animated movies about the University and the City of Chicago