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Bachelor of Physics at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley offers the Bachelor of Physics as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for physics and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 28, 2027.

About Bachelor of Physics

Program Overview

The Bachelor's degree in Physics provides students with a solid understanding of the fundamental laws that can be applied to a wide array of scientific and engineering fields, including gravitational wave technology, computational physics, and biophysics. The program offers two concentrations that prepare students for the pursuit of graduate studies.

Concentrations:

Biophysics/Medical Physics
Pure and Applied Physics

Disciplines

College of Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Physics at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Entry Requirements

You have decided to experience your college education in another country and UTRGV is ready to support you on this journey. We'll help make the process here as seamless as possible by guiding you through the application process and helping with academic advisement in your chosen major.

An applicant is considered an international student if the applicant meets the following conditions:

Not a citizen, permanent resident, or have an application on file to become a permanent resident of the United States, and
Will be attending UTRGV on a visa. Most international students attending UTRGV are on an F-1 student visa or a J-1 visa.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 61

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Physics

Possible Career Options

The Bachelor of Science in Physics prepares students for various analytical fields upon graduation. The program also prepares students to pursue graduate studies in physics and astrophysics.

Environmental Engineers

Atmospheric Scientists

Environmental Scientists

Biomedical Engineers

Geological and Petroleum Engineers

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Physics at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Application Fee 50

How to Apply for Bachelor of Physics at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Fill out the UTRGV international application online at applytexas.org.
Pay a $50 non-refundable application fee through ApplyTexas.
Submit official scores from one of the following English Proficiency Exams unless you qualify for an exemption:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
- IELTS; or
- Duolingo English Test
If you attended a foreign high school or college, you must send your transcript to get evaluated by SPANTRAN, Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA), or World Education Services (WES). SPANTRAN, FCSA, or WES are the only companies accepted by UTRGV for foreign evaluations.
For First-Year Students: Admissions Essay A or B through ApplyTexas.
For First-Year Students and Transfer students with less than 24 college hours noted on their foreign evaluation: For the 2023-2024 application cycle, UTRGV remains test-optional. If you have taken the ACT or SAT exams and wish to send us your official scores, contact the testing agency. The UTRGV school code for ACT is 6991, and for SAT 6568.

Bachelor of Physics at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen