Is Harvard or MIT better for physics?

Is Harvard or MIT better for physics?

MIT is more hardcore than Harvard in most STEM fields, with the very notable exception of math and theoretical physics. Most of the other answers aren’t taking this into consideration at all.

Is physics hard to get into?

Physics is certainly no exception. In fact, physics is considered by most people to be among the most challenging courses you can take. If calculus and algebra were challenging courses for you, then physics may be a problem. You’ll have to master a number of difficult concepts before taking physics.

Is physics the hardest major?

Physics can be a difficult subject to master, and the first year of an undergraduate course can be an especially steep learning curve. In later years more specialisms will become available for students, in courses such as astrophysics and theoretical physics.

How do I get a PhD in physics?

Get into a top 50 undergrad institution in the US, major in physics, earn a 3.9 or better GPA, get into a research lab, publish a couple papers, get great letters of recommendation, score in the 90th percentile or better on the PGRE, and apply to PhD programs at Harvard, MIT, Princeton, and Standford.

Should I go to MIT or Caltech?

Because MIT and Caltech are engineering and technology schools—i.e., specializations that often make people a lot of money— graduates from both schools have very high median starting salaries. Caltech grads can expect to make around $83,200, while MIT grads can expect to make just slightly less at $82,300.

Should I apply to Harvard or MIT or Princeton?

The undergraduate rigor at those schools is overkill. Going to graduate school at one of those places is significantly more important. Apply everywhere. Take every opportunity presented to apply if you wish to continue your studies in the USA. If you’re not accepted to Harvard, MIT, or Princeton, you’ll be like 99.9\% of Americans.

What is the most popular school at MIT?

By far the most popular school is the School of Engineering, which houses around 5,700 students (both undergrads and graduate students). Overall, 56 majors and 57 minors are available at MIT.