Physics · Alabama
Physics colleges in Alabama
CampusPin lists 29 U.S. colleges in Alabama that offer Physics programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.
Physics studies the fundamental laws of matter, energy, and motion, a foundational major for engineering, computing, finance, and graduate research.
Schools in Alabama that offer Physics
Alabama A & M University
Normal, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$10,024
Acceptance
66%
Enrollment
6,495
Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine
Dothan, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$10,952
Acceptance
57%
Enrollment
2,246
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$11,248
Acceptance
96%
Enrollment
3,870
Amridge University
Montgomery, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$10,952
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
636
Athens State University
Athens, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$10,952
Acceptance
66%
Enrollment
2,831
Auburn University
Auburn, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$12,536
Acceptance
50%
Enrollment
31,873
Auburn University at Montgomery
Montgomery, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$9,436
Acceptance
93%
Enrollment
4,475
Faulkner University
Montgomery, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$23,920
Acceptance
66%
Enrollment
2,695
Heritage Christian University
Florence, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$11,982
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
151
Huntingdon College
Montgomery, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$28,650
Acceptance
71%
Enrollment
868
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$12,426
Acceptance
76%
Enrollment
8,324
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
Andalusia, AL · Community College · Public
Tuition
$4,980
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,123
Miles College
Fairfield, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$12,714
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,151
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$21,838
Acceptance
51%
Enrollment
1,293
Samford University
Birmingham, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$38,144
Acceptance
82%
Enrollment
5,787
South University-Montgomery
Montgomery, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$18,238
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
319
Stillman College
Tuscaloosa, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$11,392
Acceptance
74%
Enrollment
761
Talladega College
Talladega, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$15,650
Acceptance
99%
Enrollment
837
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$11,900
Acceptance
76%
Enrollment
38,510
Troy University
Troy, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$9,792
Acceptance
93%
Enrollment
13,544
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$23,440
Acceptance
31%
Enrollment
2,813
United States Sports Academy
Daphne, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$18,900
Acceptance
35%
Enrollment
144
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$8,832
Acceptance
88%
Enrollment
20,896
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Huntsville, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$11,770
Acceptance
74%
Enrollment
8,542
University of Mobile
Mobile, AL · University · Private
Tuition
$26,120
Acceptance
73%
Enrollment
1,302
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$13,710
Acceptance
54%
Enrollment
2,484
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$11,990
Acceptance
96%
Enrollment
8,076
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$9,676
Acceptance
65%
Enrollment
13,394
University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL · University · Public
Tuition
$10,990
Acceptance
87%
Enrollment
6,187
Physics programs in Alabama: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 29 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
29
Public / private
15 / 14
Universities / 2-year
28 / 1
Cities represented
19
In-state tuition range
$4,980–$38,144
Median in-state tuition
$11,982
Lowest published in-state tuition
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
$4,980
Most selective
Tuskegee University
31% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
The University of Alabama
38,510 students
Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.
What you'll study in a Physics program
- Classical mechanics
- Electromagnetism
- Quantum mechanics
- Thermodynamics and statistical mechanics
- Modern physics (relativity, atomic, nuclear)
- Mathematical methods (PDE, complex analysis)
- Computational physics (Python, MATLAB)
- Senior research thesis
Where a Physics degree can lead
- Physicist (PhD)
- Engineer (with engineering MS)
- Software Engineer
- Quantitative Analyst
- Optical / Semiconductor Engineer
- High School Physics Teacher (with cert)
Typical pay: $58,000–$85,000 early-career (BLS physicist median $155,680, requires PhD)
A Physics major covers classical mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, modern physics (relativity), and laboratory methods. Math is heavy, calculus through differential equations, linear algebra, and often complex analysis. BS-track programs prepare for graduate school in physics or engineering; BA tracks suit pre-med or interdisciplinary applications.
Physics graduates are highly sought-after for their analytical and quantitative skills. Career paths include physics PhD (academia or national labs), engineering (hardware, optics, semiconductors), quantitative finance, software engineering, and patent law.
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