Bachelor of Arts in Physics
at Cornell University, Ithaca

4.4 /5

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Bachelor of Arts in Physics
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Cornell University
Overview

Cornell University offers Bachelor of Arts in Physics at UG level. The course can be pursued for a duration of 4 years. It is among the top-ranked courses in the country. According to Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2025, the Cornell University Bachelor of Arts in Physics ranking stands at #11.

To be eligible for the course, the students must fulfil the eligibility criteria, which includes valid score in exams such as TOEFL.

The Cornell University tuition fee for Bachelor of Arts in Physics for the first year is USD 66,014. Additionally, the students also have to make budget for the other costs, including rent, hostel fees, food, books, supplies, utilities, etc. The average Cornell University cost of living is USD 18,554.

Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹58.57 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

Bachelor of Arts in Physics

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Bachelor of Arts in Physics
at
Cornell University
Fees

The total cost of Cornell University Bachelor of Arts in Physics is inclusive of the first-year tuition fees and living cost. The first-year tuition fees of Bachelor of Arts in Physics is USD 66,014. Besides the tuition fees, other expenses that a student must be aware of is the cost of living which can be around USD 18,554. It is to be noted that the total cost to study this course may vary as per the additional expenses applied by the university and as per the students’ lifestyle.

Given below is the table that lays out the Cornell University Bachelor of Arts in Physics fee breakup:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 58,57,422

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 16,46,296
Books and supplies	INR 1,20,140

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.73 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 16ᵗʰ January 2025

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Bachelor of Arts in Physics
at
Cornell University
Entry Requirements

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Applicants are recommended to study 16 units, including 4 of English, 3 of mathematics, 3 of science, and 3 units of one foreign language OR completion of at least the third level of a foreign language sequence (e.g., Spanish 3)

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Bachelor of Arts in Physics
at
Cornell University
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#12	National University US News & World Report, 2026
#16	World University QS, 2026
#12	Universities ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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Bachelor of Arts in Physics
at
Cornell University
Placements

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Internship Available	Yes

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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.4/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

40% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Liberal

Internships4.2

Part time work4.8

Post study jobs4.6

Quality of faculty4.8

Student Life4.2

Value for money4.4

Public transportation4.4

Safety4.8

Indian Food3.8

Permanent Immigration3.8

Anonymous

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2027

Offered by Cornell University

4.5

Big campus with diverse population.

Tips: Cornell has a really big campus and an even bigger student population. There are more than 15,000 undergraduates, so you can always find your community and close friends. I did not face a big cultural shock as I was able to connect with people really well and got along with them. Before applying to Cornell, definitely research about the major you are going to apply at Cornell. Look at the clubs you are interested in and the professors with whom you would love to research with. For people applying from India, there is TATA scholarship and you are nominated for it after you submit the CSS form. I am really satisfied with my experience so far at Cornell and with my major courses that I have taken. Exploring more of this place gives me new ventures each time. Interacting with professors has helped me strategies my preparation strategy for exams and in general for the class.

Likes (Part time work): It is easy to find an on-campus job at Cornell as they have their own hiring website which makes the process hassle-free. There are a lot of jobs available on campus such as in libraries, cafes, dining halls, TA positions, RA positions, etc. I am not sure about the off-campus jobs as it utilizes CPT. The part-time work is manageable along with the school work as you are only working around 6-10 hours/week. The average payout for the job is 15-18/hr depending on where you are working.

Dislikes (Student Life): An average day of mine includes going to classes, helping students in classes as a teaching student and then studying at a library, preferably Olin or Uris Library. There were a lot of events during the orientation week, and I found most of my friends during that period. I also attended a few Indian events like Garba night, Diwali night where I can find my own community and have fun with my friends. There are numerous opportunities on campus to get involved with student clubs. Like, I am currently in the Blockchain club which deals with blockchain, ethereum, crypto-related things where we find new information and learn with peers.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1600

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2024Read more

Mahira Pathan Verified Icon

M.Eng. in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

Offered by Cornell University

3.4

De-stereotyping Cornell and Navigating the Job Hunt

Tips: The job application process in the US is quite cumbersome. The culture is vastly different compared to Asian countries. There are several research opportunities and professors are open to taking in students even after their first semester. Prepare to work on an assignment for at least 2 full weeks because there might be errors that are commonly occurring for the whole class.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty are very passionate about their field of teaching. They are mostly affiliated to some or the other company which enables them to have various research opportunities for students. Most professors are willing to spend time outside of class to clarify doubts.

Dislikes (Student Life): The students get really busy and there is not enough time to spend on other activities. Finding your community and groups that align with your interests is important in order to continue pursuing your interests. There are a lot of cultural events and hackathons that take place which connect you with industry professionals.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3500

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 70000

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024Read more

Anonymous

MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering - Batch of 2025

Offered by Cornell University

4.3

The professors are helpful and guide you through.

Tips: To transfer from undergraduate to graduate school is a significant shift as in graduate school you need to do everything on your own but the professors here guide you throughout the process. It is very rare to get a scholarship for master's unless you do a Ph.D. degree.

Likes (Public transportation): The campus is well connected as we have the city buses called TCAT that run through the campus and connect different parts of the city to different parts of campus. The public transport is free for the first year using the Cornell card and after that, we need to pay an annual fee of 200 dollars.

Dislikes (Indian Food): There are very few Indian restaurants around (just three). We have more fast food joints with few vegetarian options. We prefer cooking at home. There are some Indian grocery stores nearby so it is easier to get groceries and make the food at home if you are a vegetarian.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 250

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2024Read more

Arhan Choudhury Verified Icon

M.Eng. in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

Offered by Cornell University

4.7

Amazing university for anyone who wants to do computer science or engineering in general.

Tips: The curriculum is very rigorous and the assignments are time consuming. The roads on campus are very steep as it is situated on top of a hill. There is surely a cultural shift as there are not a lot of Indian students here. Overall I am satisfied with the university and my course.

Likes (Student Life): I have classes and then spend the rest of my day doing problem sets. The campus is really beautiful. There are several events on campus like cultural, music, career, sports etc. Several companies visit the campus on a regular basis. There are various sports that are played on campus like football, lacrosse etc.

Dislikes (Indian Food): There are 2 Indian restaurants in Collegetown. Additionally there is an Indian store in Collegetown as well. I prefer a mix of both cooking and eating out. For cooking at home you can order from Walmart+, and you can get groceries and various other hour items delivered to your doorstep.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1400

Prepping time for classes45 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 112050

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2023Read more

Saurabh

MEng in Operations Research and Information Engineering - Batch of 0

Offered by Cornell University

Cornell has a great engineering program and all the top companies come to recruit students.

Tips: I lived abroad before moving to this college so I had a bit of an easier transition. Cornell is a great university with good career options in post-graduation. I was quite satisfied with the degree. There is a big Indian population at Cornell. The professors are dedicated to helping the students achieve their career goals.

Likes (Permanent Immigration): The campus is beautiful and there are lots of activities to do in Ithaca. I enjoyed hiking around Ithaca, slope day and going to the restaurants in the area. There is an Indian Students Club as well. There are lots of planes to go for exercise as well and different sports such as squash, tennis, soccer etc. I would highly recommend Cornell.

Dislikes (Quality of faculty): The faculty is very accessible and the classes have more projects than other universities. This leads to a more hands-on experience. Cornell is very diverse with teachers from countries all over the world. It is a world-class Ivy League institution.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2021

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 85984

Reviewed on 12 May 2023Read more

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Bachelor of Arts in Physics
at
Cornell University
Highlights

Bachelor of Arts in Physics is offered by College of Arts and Sciences under Cornell University, USA.
This a Bachelors level program of a course duration of 4 Years.
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