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Bachelor of Applied Physics
- Tallahassee, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A flexible physics degree that lets students pair core physics with courses from other sciences and engineering.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Applied Physics and apply appropriate scientific methods
- Interpret findings
- And communicate evidence-based conclusions.
Career outcomes
- Research Assistant
- Laboratory Analyst
- Environmental Project Coordinator
- Data Analyst
Curriculum
- The degree combines universitywide and NUpath requirements with major courses totalling 133 semester hours
- Including Physics for Engineering 1
- Physics 1
- Foundations of Theoretical Physics
- Physics for Engineering 2
- Physics 2
- Modern Physics
- Plus electives and the co-op programme.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school completion with course-by-course credential evaluation
- 4 English
- 4 math
- 3 science
- 3 social science
- 2 foreign language units
- Recalculated GPA 3.0 or better
- SAT or ACT
- Essay and two recommendations.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Secondary school completion with course-by-course credential evaluation (NACES member), 4 English, 4 math, 3 science, 3 social science, 2 foreign language, 2 elective units, SAT/ACT (school codes 5215 / 0726), 500-word essay, Two recommendations, International Student Financial Statement, Transfer applicants with 30+ credits need 2.5 GPA (2.0 with 60+ credits).
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 80
- TOEFL PBT 550
- IELTS 6.5
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
- Personal Statement.
How to apply
- Check current admissions requirements and application deadlines. The I-20 request is due 15 November (spring) or 15 May (fall). Submit the online admissions application and pay the 35 USD application fee. Send a NACES course-by-course credential evaluation
- SAT or ACT scores (codes 5215 / 0726)
- A 500-word essay
- Two recommendations and an English test score. Return the International Student Financial Statement. After admission
- Receive the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $19,431 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $35 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Tallahassee main campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Science and Technology |
| Department | Physics |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
15 Oct 2026
ClosedProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
182 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $19,431 USD per year. The application fee is $35 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $22,992 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 80, TOEFL PBT 550, IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 120.