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The Bachelor of Science in Physics is ideal for students aiming for careers in science and technology, applying to medical school, complementing an engineering minor or double major, teaching physics at secondary education levels, or pursuing graduate studies at the master's or doctoral level. This four-year undergraduate program offers various physics specialization options, including a standard BS in Physics, Physics with Engineering focus, Pre-Medical Physics track, and a BA in Physics. The curriculum equips graduates for roles in scientific and technological fields or medical education, while the UTeach certification pathway additionally qualifies them for teaching positions in middle or high schools.
Students must have completed official secondary school transcripts, diplomas, certificates and/or national test examination scores as appropriate for the educational systems in their country. In order to be considered for freshman admission students must have completed secondary school studies equivalent to that of United States high school graduation.
Official SAT I or ACT scores are required for entering freshmen with less than 24 semester hours of university level course work (equivalent to one year of full time study).
 
The minimum acceptable score on the TOEFL is 79 on the Internet-based test, 550 on the paper-based test and 213 on the computer-based test. The IELTS can be substituted for TOEFL scores. The minimum acceptable overall score of 6.5 is required for admission. Scores must be sent directly to UT Arlington from the Testing Service to be considered official.