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Physics graduate student research

Reveal the Universe

With highly advanced computational and experimental facilities at your disposal, there’s nothing to hold you back from embarking on a journey at the forefront of modern science. At Lehigh, you will engage in cutting-edge research, have access to state-of-the-art instrumentation and research facilities, and work closely with professors who are recognized internationally for their expertise. 

Opportunities for specialization include:

  • Astrophysics
  • Atomic, molecular and optical physics
  • Biophysics
  • Complex fluids
  • Computational physics
  • Condensed matter physics
  • High-energy theory and cosmology
  • Photonics and Nonlinear optics
  • Nuclear physics
  • Statistical physics

Choose Your Pathway

Ph.D. in Physics: A fully funded, research-intensive doctoral track. Candidates typically complete the program in 5–7 years, culminating in a field-advancing dissertation.

M.S. in Physics: A foundational master's degree combining advanced coursework with optional thesis research.

M.S. in Physics & Data Science: NEW! An innovative, interdisciplinary track that prepares graduates for high-stakes R&D roles by merging physical laws with modern data analytics.

Graduate Certificate in Physics & Data Science: NEW! A specialized credential designed to bolt machine learning, statistical modeling, and computational toolkits onto your physics background.

Program Specific Admissions Requirements

Ready for the Next Step?

Apply to the Physics graduate programs via the online graduate application.

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