Overview

Our doctor of philosophy (PhD) program in Physics at University of Denver prepares students for careers across a spectrum of scientific pursuits.

Features

PhD students will be equipped with the experience and knowledge necessary to build a career in the advancement of scientific knowledge or education at the highest levels, which can open doors to careers in research and development in academia, government, and private industry.

Our department offers research opportunities in theoretical, experimental and computational astronomy and astrophysics, biophysics, and condensed matter and materials physics.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Electricity and Magnetism

Quantum Mechanics

Statistical Mechanics

Research

Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-18 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-05 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-09 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-08 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Denver, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

We require a scanned copy of your transcripts from every college or university you have attended. Scanned copies must be clearly legible and sized to print on standard 8½-by-11-inch paper.

Transcripts that do not show degrees awarded must also be accompanied by a scanned copy of the diploma or degree certificate. If your academic transcripts were issued in a language other than English, both the original documents and certified English translations are required.

Letters of Recommendation

Required Essays and Statements

Résumé

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

22088 USD / year

≈ 22088 USD / year
Out-of-State

22088 USD / year

≈ 22088 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

22088 USD / year

≈ 22088 USD / year

Living costs

Denver

United States

1310 - 2220 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Credits

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English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Denver

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