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Bachelor of Physics in BA
University of Texas at San Antonio
- San Antonio, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A flexible physics degree suited to double majors, minors or a teaching credential.
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 Physics in BA
- analyse relevant concepts and communicate evidence-informed conclusions. Study areas identified in the course outline include mathematical Methods of Theoretical Physics
- Quantum Mechanics
- Experimental Modern Physics and Seminar I: The.
Career outcomes
- Business
- education
- law
- patent law
- science journalism
- science policy
- STEM graduate study
Curriculum
- Physics students complete lower-division preparation and a set of upper-division major requirements alongside the USD core curriculum. Required or elective courses include Mathematical Methods of Theoretical Physics
- Quantum Mechanics
- Experimental Modern Physics and Seminar I: The Craft of Scientific Presentation. Recommended plans of study set out the sequence across semesters.
Entry requirements
Academic
- International freshmen: equivalent of a US high school diploma and 2.5 GPA (4.0 scale)
- SAT/ACT optional
- Transfer: 2.25 (US college) or 2.5 (foreign college) GPA and NACES credential evaluation of foreign college work
- English proficiency
- Some majors add requirements.
- Minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale for freshmen (equivalent of a US high school diploma)
- Transfer: 2.25 (US college) or 2.5 (foreign college)
- 1-29 transfer hours also meet freshman rules
Minimum GPA
2.5
Accepted academic background
Equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma, Transfer applicants with 30+ transfer hours need a foreign credential evaluation (NACES) for foreign college work, SAT/ACT optional, Some majors have extra requirements
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79 (exams before 2026-01-21) or 4.0 (exams from 2026-01-21)
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge C1 Advanced 180 (grade C or higher)
- Duolingo 95
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Secondary School Graduation Certificate
- English Language Test Results
How to apply
- Review the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload academic records and the required supporting admission documents. Provide evidence of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Submit the completed application and await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $28,318 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Sciences |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants, Award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jun 2027
199 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $28,318 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The estimated living cost is $20,058 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2.5. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79 (exams before 2026-01-21) or 4.0 (exams from 2026-01-21), PTE Academic 58, Cambridge C1 Advanced 180 (grade C or higher), Duolingo 95.