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PhD of Nuclear Engineering
University of New Mexico - Albuquerque
- Albuquerque, United States
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
On-campus doctor of philosophy programme in nuclear engineering at Missouri S&T in Rolla.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Formulate original research questions in Nuclear Engineering
- Critically evaluate scholarly evidence
- Apply rigorous research methods and communicate a substantial research contribution.
Career outcomes
- Reactor Physics Researcher
- Radiation Medicine Expert
- Nuclear Safety Consultant
- Academic Researcher
- Fusion Energy Specialist
Curriculum
- On-campus doctoral study in nuclear engineering. The programme centres on nuclear engineering topics and research
- And candidates complete a dissertation based on original research. Degree rules follow the graduate catalog.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Master degree or bachelor degree as the department requires
- Each department sets its own GPA
- Test
- Writing sample and reference requirements
- English proficiency required.
Accepted academic background
Master degree or bachelor degree as the program requires, Program-specific requirements set by each graduate department
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
How to apply
- Review the graduate programme and scholarship or assistantship options and its department deadline (Fall 2027 priority 2027-03-01
- final 2027-05-01). Apply online to UNM and pay the 70 USD fee. Submit official English proficiency scores if needed. The graduate department reviews the application. Receive the admission decision and any assistantship or scholarship offer. Accept and submit financial and academic documents showing first-year funding. Receive the I-20 and attend the visa appointment. Arrange travel and housing and arrive on campus.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $27,150 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $70 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Engineering |
| Department | Nuclear Engineering |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 66 |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | International Amigo Scholarship may enable qualified international graduate students to pay resident-rate tuition. Graduate scholarships are competitive; departmental nomination or programme-specific requirements can apply. Award is not automatic or guaranteed. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left
Frequently asked questions
The next deadline is 1 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $27,150 USD per year. The application fee is $70 USD. The estimated living cost is $16,838 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5.