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Best Colleges for Doctoral Degree
in Physics

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

481 Colleges
πŸ“ USA
πŸŽ“ Doctoral Degree

Showing 385–408 of 481 colleges

Wayne State University
Detroit, Michigan
πŸ› Public Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 82%
Annual cost
$26,794/yr
Grad earnings
$53,493
SAT avg
1,147
ACT mid
25
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $25
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Montana State University
Bozeman, Montana
πŸ› Public Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 86.8%
Annual cost
$23,779/yr
Grad earnings
$53,263
SAT avg
1,154
ACT mid
24
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $38
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University of South Dakota
Vermillion, South Dakota
πŸ› Public Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 99%
Annual cost
$23,544/yr
Grad earnings
$51,926
SAT avg
1,122
ACT mid
22
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $20
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Doctoral Degree in Physics in USA?
481 colleges and universities currently offer Doctoral Degree programs in Physics in USA, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Physics in USA?
University of Alabama at Birmingham leads with median graduate earnings of $54,501 ten years after enrollment for Doctoral Degree graduates.
Which Physics colleges in USA have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Wayne State University, Montana State 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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