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Master of Astrophysical Sciences and Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

  • Rochester, United States
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

Doctor of Philosophy in Astrophysical Sciences and Technology offered full time on campus by RIT's College of Science in Rochester, New York.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop original research expertise in Astrophysical Sciences and Technology. Apply advanced research methods and critical analysis to complex questions. Communicate publishable findings to academic and professional audiences. Contribute new knowledge to the field.

Career outcomes

  • Observatory and radio astronomy research (Dudley Observatory
  • National Radio Astronomy Observatory)
  • Higher education

Curriculum

  • Five-year plan of study of 60 semester credit hours. Courses include Fundamental Astrophysics I
  • Fundamental Astrophysics II
  • Astronomical Observational Techniques and Instrumentation
  • Stellar Atmospheres & Evolution and Galactic Astrophysics. Culminates in thesis. Cooperative education is available.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Four-year bachelor's degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited institution
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 recommended
  • Transcripts
  • Resume
  • Statement of objectives and two recommendation letters
  • Prerequisite or bridge courses and GRE/GMAT only where the programme requires
  • English test with the programme's minimum score unless waived.

Accepted academic background

Four-year baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited institution, 3-year degrees from some countries reviewed case by case, Transcripts, Resume, Statement, Two recommendations, GRE usually optional, Prerequisites or bridge courses may apply.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 79 (4.5 on new 6-point scale)
  • Duolingo 120
  • PTE Academic 56
  • IELTS Academic 7

Documents you’ll need

  • Completed application form
  • Bachelor degree certificate
  • Academic transcripts
  • Passport copy
  • English proficiency evidence
  • Curriculum vitae or resume
  • Personal statement
  • References and program-specific supporting documents when required.

How to apply

  1. Check the programme's deadline and requirements (official website 2. Apply online with the RIT graduate application (official website and pay the non-refundable 65 USD fee. Upload transcripts and degree certificates
  2. Resume
  3. Personal statement
  4. Recommendation letters and English test scores (self-reported accepted. Official scores before the first term). GRE or GMAT only where the programme asks. Receive the admission decision. Apply for the F-1 student visa as described on the international admissions page (official website.

Other costs

Tuition per year$57,581 USD
Application fee$65 USD
Deposit$1,000 USD

Program details

CampusRochester
Faculty or schoolCollege of Science
DepartmentDepartment of Health and Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value30
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteRochester Institute of Technology may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.