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Why study Physics at CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï?

Why apply to CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï?

The University of Colorado at °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Department of Physics offers award-winning programs, well-established and knowledgeable faculty, and an unmatched educational experience. We are ranked among the top ten physics departments at public universities and amongÌýtop 20 universitiesÌýoverall for graduate-level physics programs by theÌý. Our faculty includes multipleÌýNobel laureates, Packard Fellows, MacArthur Fellows and Presidential Early Career Award winners.

Our students enjoy a rich history of academic accomplishments, and benefit from the relationship the °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï has forged with public research institutions in the °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï area. Students can take part in fascinating and important research while earning a valuable degree.

°Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï the Campus

Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the University of Colorado at °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï campus offers unequaled opportunity for personal and professional development. We are located within 30 miles of breathtaking vistas, summer and winter recreation, metropolitan areas and other hidden gems adorning the Front Range of Colorado. As "," °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï offers our students an enriching and engaging atmosphere.

For more information about housing and other community amenities, please visit theÌýcampus lifeÌý±è²¹²µ±ð.

How to apply

Information on applying to the physics graduate program can be found on the Physics PhD application information page.Ìý Students interested in being admitted to the undergraduate program should refer to the .

Opportunity for Underrepresented Students

The Colorado Advantage PhD Preview Weekend provides an opportunity for underrepresented students to visit campus and preview doctoral programs in science, math, and engineering departments at CUÌý°Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï.ÌýAdditional information is available from theÌýColorado Advantage website.