About Physics in Brown University
Physics is the scientific study of the fundamental principles governing the behavior of matter and the interaction of matter and energy.
Mathematics is used to describe fundamental physical principles, the behavior of matter, and the interactions of matter and energy. As the most fundamental of sciences, physics provides a foundation for other scientific fields as well as the underpinnings of modern technology. The Physics department is unique because of the breadth of its faculty expertise and research, and the relatively intimate size of its classes above the introductory level. Physics concentrators may choose to pursue either the A.B. or the more intensive Sc.B. degree. Course work on either path covers a broad base of topics (for example, electricity and magnetism, classical and quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, and statistical mechanics). The Sc.B. degree requires additional advanced topics as well as a senior thesis project.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have passed high school
English language requirements
- IELTS : 7.0
- TOEFL IBT: 90
Brown University Highlights
| College Type |
Private |
| Annual Endowment |
3.8 billion USD |
| Student Retention Rate |
98% |
| Mode of Program |
Full time; Part-time; online |
| Campus Housing Capacity |
76% |
| English language proficiency score |
TOEFL or equivalent |
| Application Portal |
Common application Portal |
| Application fee |
75 USD (non-refundable) |
| Acceptance Rate |
9 % (Freshman Class of 2023 ) |
| Admission Helpdesk |
admissions@brown.edu;
401-863-2378 |
Brown University Annual Cost to Attend
| Fee |
Cost |
| Tuition |
$57,112 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,632 |
| Other Fees |
$1,292 |
| Room and Board |
$15,332 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$2,122 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$77,490 |
