Admissions How Competitive Are Applied Physics vs. Physics Ph.D. Programs?

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The competitiveness of admission to applied physics Ph.D. programs compared to traditional physics Ph.D. programs varies significantly by university and department. Many institutions have distinct criteria and applicant pools for each program, which can affect admission rates. Some universities do not allow applicants to apply to both programs simultaneously, adding another layer of complexity to the application process. Contextual factors such as the specific university's reputation, faculty research areas, and available funding can greatly influence competitiveness. Examples of specific universities or departments could provide more clarity on these differences.
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Hello, I was wondering, if anybody know how competitive is the admission of applied physics ph.d program is compare to physics ph.d. I noticed many school has both departments but they won't let you apply to both! Any idea?
 
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HungryChemist said:
Hello, I was wondering, if anybody know how competitive is the admission of applied physics ph.d program is compare to physics ph.d. I noticed many school has both departments but they won't let you apply to both! Any idea?

I would think that it is highly contextual and dependent upon which department you wish to apply to and at what university the deparment is located in.

Are there any specific instances that you can illustrate?
 

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