Amherst College, Massachusetts, Amherst - Courses & Fees

Amherst, Massachusetts

College Private (Not for Profit) College

Students who wish to major in Physics are required to complete the following coursework:

A comprehensive introduction to the calculus: MATH 111, 121, and 211
An introduction to the core physics concepts of mechanics (PHYS 123 or 116), electromagnetism (PHYS 124 or 117), oscillations and waves (PHYS 125), relativity and quantum mechanics (PHYS 225), and statistical mechanics (PHYS 230 or CHEM 361).
One advanced course in laboratory or observational techniques (PHYS 226 or ASTR 337)
Three advanced elective courses on physics, the application of physics in other disciplines, or techniques used in physics. These courses must be approved by the chair of the department in consultation with the faculty of the department. At least one must be a 300-level PHYS course. At most one may be counted towards a second major.

Important Dates

Event	End Date
Early Decision Application Deadline	Nov 1, 2023
Early Decision Scholarship Application Deadline	Nov 15, 2023
Regular Decision Application Deadline	Jan 3, 2024
Regular Decision Scholarship Application Deadline	Jan 10, 2024

Academic Eligibility:

A high school diploma or its recognized equivalent is required before enrolling at Amherst College.
3 Recommendations.
Optional Standardized Test Results for the SAT or ACT

Indian Eligibility:

For international applicants required to submit evidence of English language proficiency, requires the following test scores: TOEFL, IELTS.

100 / 120

Avg. Score in

7.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

Name	Amount	International Students Eligible	Application Deadline
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program	$150	Yes	N/A
Go Clean Scholarship	$3500	Yes	N/A
BL Mandhana Scholarships	$10000	Yes	N/A
RD Sethna Scholarships	$15000	Yes	May 31, 2023