BSc

Physics: Biophysics

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    25,341USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep

Program overview

What Central Washington University says about their program:

The Biophysics Specialization is where the macroscopic world of physics converges with the microscopic intricacies of biology, providing you with the tools to understand the fundamental mechanisms that drive life. In this program, you will uncover the physical laws that govern DNA replication, examine the electromagnetic fields of nerve impulses, and explore the quantum mechanics behind photosynthesis. These are not just concepts, but real-world studies you will engage in as a biophysics student at CWU.

The Physics Department at CWU emphasizes not only theoretical coursework, but practical experiences to prepare you for success. Here, your fellow students are not just classmates, but teammates, working together to apply the principles and tools of physics to the study of biological systems. Through specialized project-based classes and faculty-mentored research projects, you will gain the practical skills you need for a successful career in STEM.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High school diploma
  • GPA 2.5

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • A four year degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.
  • 3.0 GPA or above on your last 90 quarter credits/60 semester credits cumulative Grade Point Average

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    71

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • PTE

    50

  • CAE

    180

  • CPE

    200

  • Duolingo English Test

    105

Graduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo English Test

    120

English proficiency waivers

Undergraduate

  • Student comes from native English speaking country
  • Grade of C or 2.0 or higher in two college level English composition courses from a US college/university
  • Cambridge IGCSE/GCE/GCSE or A level result of First Language English minimum grade of C
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher level English grade of 5 or better
  • SAT Evidence Based Reading and Writing minimum score of 530
  • ACT English Score Minimum Score of 19
  • Completion of School Outside the U.S. where the Language of Instruction was English. Official letter from school stating English was the language of instruction to be provided

Graduate

  • Student comes from native English speaking country
  • Bachelor’s or Master's degree from a US university or from a university where the main language of instruction is English

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Confidential financial statement
  • Bank statement

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Confidential financial statement
  • Bank statement
  • Statement of educational and professional objectives
  • Three letters of recommendation
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Fees and funding

Funding

International Student Scholarship

Available for incoming/new undergraduate and graduate international students.

  • Undergraduate

    The award is up to USD$11,260 based on merit. Minimum GPA Requirement 2.70

  • Graduate

    The award is up to USD$11,700 based on merit. Minimum GPA Requirement 3.40

No separate application is required. Qualified students will be notified via email of scholarship award within 2-3 weeks after they are officially admitted by CWU.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$25,341 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    US$25,845 per year

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Visa requirements for Central Washington University

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