Physics · Alaska
Physics colleges in Alaska
CampusPin lists 7 U.S. colleges in Alaska 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 Alaska that offer Physics
Alaska Bible College
Palmer, AK · University · Private
Tuition
$10,930
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
34
Alaska Pacific University
Anchorage, AK · University · Private
Tuition
$20,760
Acceptance
86%
Enrollment
541
Charter College
Anchorage, AK · University · Private
Tuition
$18,678
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,277
Ilisagvik College
Barrow, AK · University · Public
Tuition
$5,260
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
175
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK · University · Public
Tuition
$7,566
Acceptance
67%
Enrollment
7,550
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK · University · Public
Tuition
$8,640
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
5,029
University of Alaska Southeast
Juneau, AK · University · Public
Tuition
$6,960
Acceptance
63%
Enrollment
1,160
Physics programs in Alaska: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 7 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
7
Public / private
4 / 3
Universities / 2-year
7 / 0
Cities represented
5
In-state tuition range
$5,260–$20,760
Median in-state tuition
$8,640
Lowest published in-state tuition
Ilisagvik College
$5,260
Most selective
University of Alaska Southeast
63% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
University of Alaska Anchorage
7,550 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, 2024 physicists median $166,290, 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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