University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) Courses and Fees 2026

Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Applied Physics] From University of California

Santa Cruz, CaliforniaLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1965established year
19457enrollment
Public
Santa cruzcampus
7.4/10

Bachelor of Science [B.S] (Applied Physics)

4 years
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

Ranked #255 out of 553 by QS Global Ranking 2025

$34,200 /Yr

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The department offers majors in physics, physics (astrophysics), and applied physics. The applied physics major is good preparation not only for industrial careers but also for graduate studies.

Study and Research Opportunities

  • The Physics Department offers a B.S., M.S., Ph.D., an undergraduate minor, and a new combined B.S./M.S. degree.
  • The number of research opportunities for physics undergraduates is exceptionally high.
  • The senior thesis requirement enables students to interact professionally with faculty in a research environment.
  • The California Teach program at UCSC supports student outreach, advises students, and arranges teaching internships for Science Education.

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$34200

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Health Insurance$3771
Books and supply$1194

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023$45666
2021$29754

Scores Required

80 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

115 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

3.0 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA


Career and Placement after Course

  • Applied physics research
  • Business and industry
  • Computer hardware and software
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Medical physics
  • Professional schools
  • Patent law
  • Physics research


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