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PhD in Physics

Study PhD in Physics at top universities worldwide

5-6 years

Duration

Fully funded

Avg. Tuition

$110,000/year

Avg. Salary After

8%

Job Growth

About PhD in Physics

Research doctorate in physics specializing in particle, condensed matter, astrophysics, or applied physics.

Why Study PhD Physics?

A physics PhD develops the deepest analytical thinking skills possible.

Top Universities for PhD Physics

#1Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyCambridge
$57,986/year
#5Stanford UniversityStanford
$61,731/year
#7ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of TechnologyZurich
CHF 1,460/year

Career Prospects

Research faculty, national lab scientists, and quant researchers in finance.

Admission Tips

Publications and strong GRE Physics scores. Research fit with potential advisors is critical.

Best Countries for PhD Physics

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United States

$20,000 - $55,000/year

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Switzerland

CHF 1,000 - 4,000/year (public), up to CHF 60,000/year (private)

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Germany

€0 - €20,000/year (public universities are tuition-free)

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