How many colleges in North Carolina offer Physics programs?

CampusPin currently lists 72 U.S. colleges and universities in North Carolina that offer Physics programs. The list updates daily as institutions report new program offerings to IPEDS.

What's the tuition for a Physics program in North Carolina?

Among the 50 Physics programs listed in North Carolina, published in-state tuition ranges from $1,867 to $65,805 (median around $18,696). Public institutions are typically lower for in-state students than private ones. Always verify the current cost of attendance with each school before applying.

What jobs can a Physics degree lead to?

A Physics degree commonly leads to roles such as Physicist (PhD), Engineer (with engineering MS), Software Engineer, Quantitative Analyst. Typical pay (early-career; BLS figures are occupation-wide medians): $58,000–$85,000 early-career (BLS physicist median $155,680, requires PhD).

Can I apply to a Physics program in North Carolina with the Common App?

Many Physics programs in North Carolina accept the Common Application. CampusPin tags each school's Common App acceptance, use the Common App filter on /results to narrow to programs you can apply to with one application.

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Physics colleges in North Carolina

CampusPin lists 72 U.S. colleges in North Carolina 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 North Carolina that offer Physics

Physics programs in North Carolina: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 50 schools (of 72 total) listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

Public / private

18 / 32

Universities / 2-year

40 / 10

Cities represented

In-state tuition range

$1,867–$65,805

Median in-state tuition

$18,696

Lowest published in-state tuition

Pamlico Community College

$1,867

Most selective

Duke University

7% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

North Carolina State University at Raleigh

36,389 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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