Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Physics - Biophysics in Philadelphia United States | Drexel University
Drexel University
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Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,156
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months
The Department of Physics provides doctoral candidates with the chance to work alongside top researchers across various specialties including astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, particle physics, and physics education research, while engaging in global partnerships. The PhD program features rigorous instruction in fundamental physics principles and cutting-edge research topics, with all academic and examination requirements typically fulfilled by the end of the second year.
Drexel's physics faculty are actively pursuing groundbreaking biophysics investigations across multiple dynamic fields. Explore current biophysics research focuses listed below.
BIOPHYSICS RESEARCH FOCUS AREAS
Molecular Dynamics in Biological Systems
Mechanical Forces in Muscular Function
Neurological Disorder Mechanisms
Biological Phase Change Phenomena
Protein Structure Formation and Organization
Biological Systems and Network Analysis
High-Speed Optical Spectroscopy Techniques
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Official transcripts must be sent directly to Drexel from all of the colleges and universities that you have attended Please note that transcripts are required regardless of number of credits taken or if the credits were transferred to another school An admission decision may be delayed if you do not send transcripts from all colleges and universities that you have attended
Transcripts must show coursebycourse grades and degree conferrals If your school does not notate degree conferrals on the official transcripts you must provide copies of any graduate or degree certificates
Test of English as a Foreign Language
International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL minimum scores 100 or 600 or 250 the International English Language Testing System IELTS minimum Overall Band Score 7.0 or the Pearson Test of English PTE minimum score 68 unless they meet the criteria for a waiver
Essay
An essay is required for all applicants Please write approximately 500 to 1000 words specifying the area or areas of specialization that most interest you and why you are interested in pursuing these interests with a physics degree at Drexel
resume
Upload your resume as part of your admission application or through the Discover Drexel Portal after you submit your application
Letters of Recommendation
Two letters of recommendation are required
Although requirements vary by program regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 B for undergraduate work The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0 Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their masters-level studies Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.
Transcripts must show coursebycourse grades and degree conferrals If your school does not notate degree conferrals on the official transcripts you must provide copies of any graduate or degree certificates
Test of English as a Foreign Language
International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL minimum scores 100 or 600 or 250 the International English Language Testing System IELTS minimum Overall Band Score 7.0 or the Pearson Test of English PTE minimum score 68 unless they meet the criteria for a waiver
Essay
An essay is required for all applicants Please write approximately 500 to 1000 words specifying the area or areas of specialization that most interest you and why you are interested in pursuing these interests with a physics degree at Drexel
resume
Upload your resume as part of your admission application or through the Discover Drexel Portal after you submit your application
Letters of Recommendation
Two letters of recommendation are required
Although requirements vary by program regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 B for undergraduate work The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0 Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their masters-level studies Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.
Tuition
USD
24,156