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Best Colleges for Bachelor Degree in Physics

136 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT β€” updated for 2026 admissions.

136 Colleges
πŸ“ California
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Showing 1–24 of 136 colleges in California

University of San Diego
San Diego, California
🏒 Private Competitive ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 46.8%
Annual cost
$74,879/yr
Grad earnings
$86,522
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $75
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Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Jan 10 Fee $70
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Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Jan 10 Fee $70
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Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Feb 1 Fee $70
View college details
Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Apr 1 Fee $70
View college details
Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏒 Private Competitive ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $70
View college details

Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Bachelor Degree in Physics in California?
136 colleges and universities currently offer Bachelor Degree programs in Physics in California, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Physics in California?
University of Southern California leads with median graduate earnings of $92,498 ten years after enrollment for Bachelor Degree graduates.
Which Physics colleges in California have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including University of San Diego, Pepperdine University. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Physics programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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