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PhD Chemical Physics at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Chemical Physics is awarded to students whose research spans chemistry and physics; an MD/PhD dual-degree programme is available.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Chemical Physics  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Research sits at the overlap of chemistry and physics. Physics majors are expected to have broad knowledge of general chemistry and chemistry majors of general physics; missing preparation must be acquired early in graduate work.

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Entry requirements

Only applicants intending to pursue the PhD are considered; there is no free-standing MA. The usual preparation is an undergraduate major in physics, chemistry or chemical physics. Applicants submit one transcript per school attended, a statement of academic purpose, a personal statement and a resume. Three letters of evaluation (at least two from academic recommenders). Writing sample: not required. GRE General scores are required. International applicants whose undergraduate degree is from an institution in a country whose official language is not English submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test scores. Fall 2027 entry application deadline: December 2, 2026.

Intake: Fall

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