How to Apply to Physics at DePauw University: A Physics B.A. in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences with the 1884 McKim Observatory, No Application Fee and Test-Optional, for Domestic, International (Including Chinese) and Transfer Applicants
At DePauw University, the physics major is a Physics B.A. in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, offered by the Department of Physics and Astronomy. It takes nine courses, including Experimental Methods and the Senior Seminar as half courses, and requires calculus (MATH 151 and 152); a five-course physics minor, an astronomy minor and 3-2 pre-engineering agreements with three engineering schools are also listed. You apply to the University, not to the major: Early Decision I and Early Action I are due 1 November, the second early round 15 December and Regular Decision 1 February; there is no application fee and testing is optional. International applicants need TOEFL 85, IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 110 or PTE 57 unless waived, plus a Certification of Finances. Tuition for 2026–27 is $62,710.
