CAS Graduate Viewbook 2026

GRADUATE PROGRAMS PAGE 16 / COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES / PHYSICS Program Description With highly advanced computational and experimental facilities at your disposal, there’s nothing to hold you back from embarking on a journey at the forefront of modern science. At Lehigh, you will engage in cutting-edge research, have access to state-of-the-art instrumentation and research facilities, and work closely with professors who are recognized internationally for their expertise. Recognizing that the frontier of modern physics is increasingly quantitative, we have expanded our curriculum to bridge core physical principles with advanced computing and machine learning. Our research strengths: • Astrophysics • Biophysics • Computational physics • Condensed matter physics • Nuclear physics • Photonics and Nonlinear optics • Quantum Science with Photons, Atoms, and Solids • String Theory and Cosmology Choose Your Pathway Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physics: A fully funded, research-intensive doctoral track. Candidates typically complete the program in 5-7 years, culminating in a field-advancing dissertation. Master of Science (M.S.) in Physics: A foundational master’s degree combining advanced coursework with optional thesis research. NEW M.S. in Physics & Data Science: An innovative, interdisciplinary track that prepares graduates for high-stakes R&D roles by merging physical laws with modern data analytics. NEW Graduate Certificate in Physics & Data Science: A specialized credential designed to bolt machine learning, statistical modeling, and computational toolkits onto your physics background. Physics Reveal the Universe

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