Minor in Biophysics

The biophysics minor is ideal for students interested in both physics and biology or bioengineering. The required 17 credits cover topics including blood flow and radiation biology and electric currents. Students become familiar with the way life processes can be understood through physics at both the macro- and microscopic levels. 

Visit the program website for additional information.

For more information on the admission process, please visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions website. Applications may be submitted via the Common Application.

Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
The George Washington University
800 21st Street NW, Suite 100
Washington DC 20052

Contact for questions:
gwadm@gwu.edu or 202-994-6040

The following requirements must be met: 17 credits in required courses.

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Required
MATH 1231	Single-Variable Calculus I
MATH 1232	Single-Variable Calculus II
MATH 2233	Multivariable Calculus
PHYS 1021	University Physics I
or PHYS 1025	University Physics I with Biological Applications
PHYS 1022	University Physics II
or PHYS 1026	University Physics II with Biological Applications
PHYS 2023	Modern Physics
PHYS 3127	Biophysics: Macroscopic Physics in the Life Sciences
PHYS 3128	Biophysics: Microscopic Physics in the Life Sciences