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Bachelor of Chemical Physics

Pacific Lutheran University

Tacoma, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Science major on materials science and the quantum mechanics of molecules.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate a structured understanding of core principles in Chemical Physics. Apply relevant analytical
Practical and research methods to subject-specific problems. Communicate findings clearly and evaluate evidence through academic work and projects.

Career outcomes

Physician
Medical safety officer
Forensic scientist
Clinical biochemist
Chemical physicist
Quality assurance operations
Academic research
Regulatory work
Research and development

Curriculum

Four-year honours Bachelor of Science (20.00 credits
Eight semesters). An interdisciplinary mix of chemistry and physics with emphasis on materials science
Quantum mechanics of molecules and hands-on labs
Plus an optional five-year co-op with five work terms.

Entry requirements

Academic

Completion of upper secondary school with a college-preparatory curriculum
Official transcripts translated into English
Personal essay of at least 250 words
Proof of English proficiency
Academic recommendation optional
SAT/ACT optional.

Accepted academic background

Upper secondary school completion with a college-preparatory curriculum (4 years English, 2 Maths, 2 Foreign language, 2 Social studies, 2 Lab science, 3 Electives, Maths and language deficiencies may be made up in year 1), Official transcripts translated to English, No education gap over 2 years after secondary school. Transfer applicants: college transcripts.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 4.0
PTE Academic 56
Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

Passport identification
Academic transcripts
Academic certificates
English proficiency evidence where required
Program-specific supporting documents.

How to apply

Visit the official website. Review the admission requirements for Bachelor of Chemical Physics. Complete the application form. Submit academic transcripts
Passport identification
English proficiency evidence where required
supporting documents. Pay the application fee. Submit financial evidence if required for international admission. Wait for the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$55,760 USD
Application fee	$65 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Tacoma
Faculty or school	College of Natural Sciences
Department	Department of Natural Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Pacific Lutheran University scholarships or awards may be available to eligible students, Subject to published criteria.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left
Program starts
February 2028
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.