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CIP PROGRAM: 40.0810
Theoretical and Mathematical Physics.

Summary: A program that focuses on the scientific and mathematical formulation and evaluation of the physical laws governing, and models describing, matter-energy phenomena, and the analysis of related experimental designs and results. Includes instruction in classical and quantum theory, relativity theory, field theory, mathematics of infinite series, vector and coordinate analysis, wave and particle theory, advanced applied calculus and geometry, analyses of continuum, cosmology, and statistical theory and analysis.

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National Completion Rate Trends

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Related CIPs

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Institutions granting degrees in Theoretical and Mathematical Physics.

Institution Degrees Granted (2024)5-Year Change
Carnegie Mellon University1 +50.00%
Case Western Reserve University4 -58.33%
Harvey Mudd College3 +1000.00%
Ithaca College1 -
Loyola University Chicago1 -
University at Buffalo1 +300.00%