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Bachelor of Applied Physics
California State University, Channel Islands
- Camarillo, 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: no
- 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
- High school GPA 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (years 10-12) for freshmen; transfers need 2.0 college GPA (lower-division also 2.5 high school); English proficiency test unless waived; financial affidavit of 44
- 100 USD for the I-20
Minimum GPA
2.5
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or equivalent (freshman); college coursework for transfer (60+ semester units for upper division)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 61
- PTE Academic 46
- Duolingo 95
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- Typically
- a passport copy
- academic transcripts
- graduation certificate and English language evidence where applicable. Confirm program-specific requirements.
How to apply
- Review admission requirements and available intakes for Applied Physics. Prepare transcripts and any English language evidence required. Apply through Cal State Apply where this degree uses the CSU application process. Send official records and program-specific materials as requested. Monitor the applicant portal and respond to outstanding admission tasks. Confirm enrollment and visa documentation after admission.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $22,100 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $70 USD |
| Deposit | $200 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Camarillo |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Arts & Sciences |
| Department | Applied Physics |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
6 Jan 2027
53 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
4 Mar 2027
110 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 6 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $22,100 USD per year. The application fee is $70 USD. The deposit is $200 USD. The estimated living cost is $28,214 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2.5. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 61, PTE Academic 46, Duolingo 95, IELTS Academic 6.