San Francisco,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Physics in San Francisco United States | San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University
|
San Francisco United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,684
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Bachelor of Science in Physics program prepares students for advanced studies in physics or related disciplines (such as M.S. or Ph.D. programs) or careers as physicists, research assistants, or technical professionals in industrial, government, or academic research settings. This curriculum builds upon the foundational physics education of the B.A. program by incorporating more advanced coursework, hands-on laboratory experience, computational training, and specialized study in areas like solid state physics, optical physics, or computational physics. Undergraduate research opportunities are highly recommended. The Physics and Astronomy Department provides comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs in physics, astronomy, and astrophysics, equipping students with the skills needed for scientific careers, technological applications, teaching positions, or further academic pursuits. The program aims to develop well-rounded physicists and astronomers who master theoretical concepts while acquiring practical abilities in problem-solving, data collection and interpretation, and computational modeling. Recommended high school preparation includes two years of algebra, one year of geometry, a trigonometry course, one year each of chemistry and physics. Basic programming knowledge is beneficial. First-year college students, particularly those without extensive high school chemistry background, should consider taking CHEM 115, CHEM 215, and CHEM 216.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You are considered a freshman applicant if you will have a high school diploma or GED and have not enrolled at any college or university beyond the summer immediately following your high school graduation.
The information on this page is for:
Undergraduate applicants who plan to study at San Francisco State in F-1 student visa status
Undergraduate applicants who are U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or in another immigration status, and have transcripts from an international institution.
Have a a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) in the 4.0 grading scale or B- average in academic courses completed after 9th grade.
Complete a secondary/high school curriculum that totals 12 years of primary-secondary education, be qualified to enter a university in your home country and have a good scholastic record from an accredited/recognized school.
TOEFL iBT Total Score - 61
IELTS Overall Score - 6.0
PTE Academic Score - 45
IB English A Language and Literature HL - 4
IB English A Literature HL - 4
Transcripts are required for each high school you attended.
If you are currently in the final year of high school, we need to see grades through your first semester (or second trimester) of year 12.
If you already completed high school, we need to see your complete high school transcript and proof of high school graduation.
If your school does not issue transcripts in English, we will need a word-for-word certified English translation.
We do not accept credential evaluations from third-party companies.
If you are admitted, you will be required to submit official, final transcripts at a later date.
Any documents submitted to SF State become the property of the University and will not be returned
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Paper-based Test (PBT): 500
The information on this page is for:
Undergraduate applicants who plan to study at San Francisco State in F-1 student visa status
Undergraduate applicants who are U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or in another immigration status, and have transcripts from an international institution.
Have a a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) in the 4.0 grading scale or B- average in academic courses completed after 9th grade.
Complete a secondary/high school curriculum that totals 12 years of primary-secondary education, be qualified to enter a university in your home country and have a good scholastic record from an accredited/recognized school.
TOEFL iBT Total Score - 61
IELTS Overall Score - 6.0
PTE Academic Score - 45
IB English A Language and Literature HL - 4
IB English A Literature HL - 4
Transcripts are required for each high school you attended.
If you are currently in the final year of high school, we need to see grades through your first semester (or second trimester) of year 12.
If you already completed high school, we need to see your complete high school transcript and proof of high school graduation.
If your school does not issue transcripts in English, we will need a word-for-word certified English translation.
We do not accept credential evaluations from third-party companies.
If you are admitted, you will be required to submit official, final transcripts at a later date.
Any documents submitted to SF State become the property of the University and will not be returned
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Paper-based Test (PBT): 500
Tuition
USD
18,684