Bachelor of Science [B.S] (Physics and Astronomy)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
$76,800/Yr
$76,800 /Yr
Students who wish to major in Physics are required to complete the following coursework:
- A comprehensive introduction to the calculus: MATH 111, 121, and 211
- An introduction to the core physics concepts of mechanics (PHYS 123 or 116), electromagnetism (PHYS 124 or 117), oscillations and waves (PHYS 125), relativity and quantum mechanics (PHYS 225), and statistical mechanics (PHYS 230 or CHEM 361).
- One advanced course in laboratory or observational techniques (PHYS 226 or ASTR 337)
- Three advanced elective courses on physics, the application of physics in other disciplines, or techniques used in physics. These courses must be approved by the chair of the department in consultation with the faculty of the department. At least one must be a 300-level PHYS course. At most one may be counted towards a second major.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Regular Decision Application Deadline | |
Regular Decision Scholarship Application Deadline | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $76800 (USD 76800) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Health Insurance | $2616 (USD 2616) |
Books and supply | $1000 (USD 1000) |
Miscellaneous expenses | $3000 (USD 3000) |
Other Fees | $460 (USD 460) |
Total Cost | $7076 (USD 7076) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2021 | $59890 (USD 59890) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- A high school diploma or its recognized equivalent is required before enrolling at Amherst College.
- 3 Recommendations.
- Optional Standardized Test Results for the SAT or ACT
Indian Eligibility:
- For international applicants required to submit evidence of English language proficiency, requires the following test scores: TOEFL, IELTS.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
TEC Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Microsoft Tuition Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
WU Foundation Global 52 Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,500/Yr$2,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
SWE Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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