Top 13 Physical Sciences PhD Universities in United States (2026)

The best universities for a physical sciences phd in United States, ranked by QS World University Rankings — 13 universities, 13 programs.

Physical Sciences in United States: PhD (13) Bachelor (55)Masters (18)

Looking for the best university for a Physical Sciences PhD in United States? These 13 universities are ranked by their QS World University Rankings — each offers physical sciences phd programs with direct links below. Compare rankings, location and tuition, then apply. Many also offer scholarships for international students.

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Chicago, Illinois · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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New York, New York · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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Rice University

QS World #95
Houston, Texas · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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Dartmouth College

QS World #192
Hanover, New Hampshire · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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Raleigh, North Carolina · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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Tallahassee, Florida · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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Fairfax, Virginia · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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Huntsville, Alabama · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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Rochester, New York · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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La Jolla, California · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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Mobile, Alabama · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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North Dartmouth, Massachusetts · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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Baltimore, Maryland · United States · 1 physical sciences phd program
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