About Physics: Astrophysics, BA in University of Pennsylvania (UPENN)
Physics and astronomy are fundamental sciences aimed at discovering the basic principles that govern our universe. Physicists study the interplay between space, time, matter, and energy. Complex behavior in nature is explained in terms of elementary relations between constituent elements and the forces that bind them, over distances ranging from subatomic to cosmic scale. Astronomy encompasses the entire physical universe beyond the earth: the solar system, stars, galaxies, galaxy clusters and superclusters, quasars, and the large-scale structure of the universe. The basic tools in physics and astronomy are mathematics and experimental investigation and observation of the world around us.
At Penn, the curriculum for undergraduate Physics majors, which includes extensive laboratory experience, is based on faculty strengths in Condensed Matter Physics, Elementary Particle Physics, and Astrophysics. Undergraduate teaching is linked to faculty research efforts in these areas, and participation by undergraduates in research is strongly encouraged.
This concentration is particularly appropriate for students planning to attend graduate school in Astrophysics. In addition to core Physics courses, students choose from a selection of courses in Astronomy and Astrophysics.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have passed high school
English language requirements
- IELTS :7.0
- TOEFL IBT: 100
University of Pennsylvania Highlights
| College Type |
Private College |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Annual Endowment |
14.9 billion USD |
| Student Retention Rate |
98% |
| Work-study Program |
Available |
| Mode of Program |
Full-time, part-time and online |
| English Language Proficiency Test |
IELTS or TOEFL |
| Financial Aid |
Available in different forms |
| Admission Helpdesk |
(215) 898-5000 |
University of Pennsylvania Cost of Attendance
The following is a breakdown of the anticipated cost of studying in the United States for international students at the University of Pennsylvania:
| Course Type |
Expenses for On-Campus Undergraduate (in USD) |
Expenses for Graduate ( in USD) |
| Tuition |
54,652 |
43,860 |
| Fees |
7,058 |
19,208 |
| Housing |
11,358 |
12,840 |
| Dining |
5,946 |
6,492 |
| Books and Supplies |
1,358 |
1,800 |
| Transportation |
922 |
1,308 |
| Personal Expenses |
2,004 |
2,676 |
| Total |
83,298 |
88,184 |
University of Pennsylvania Scholarships/ Financial Aid
Since 2004, UPenn has provided 2 billion dollars in undergraduate scholarships to more than 22,000 students.
The following is a list of the scholarships available to study at the University of Pennsylvania:
| Scholarship Program |
Eligibility |
Benefits |
| Dean’s Scholarship |
The applicant should be incoming masters student, the applicant should not be a working professional, the candidate should not pursue a doctoral program |
10,000 USD |
| The Foreign Fulbright Student Program |
All masters students receiving Fulbright Fellowship offers can apply for the program |
15,000 USD |
| International Student Financial Aid |
The student needs to apply for the scholarship while taking admission, international students cannot apply after admission |
100% need will be fulfilled through grants and work-study programs |
