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PhD of Applied Physics
University of Massachusetts Boston
- Boston, United States
- 5 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A flexible physics degree that lets students pair core physics with courses from other sciences and engineering.
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
- Develop subject knowledge in Applied Physics and apply appropriate scientific methods
- Interpret findings
- And communicate evidence-based conclusions.
Career outcomes
- Research Assistant
- Laboratory Analyst
- Environmental Project Coordinator
- Data Analyst
Curriculum
- The degree combines universitywide and NUpath requirements with major courses totalling 133 semester hours
- Including Physics for Engineering 1
- Physics 1
- Foundations of Theoretical Physics
- Physics for Engineering 2
- Physics 2
- Modern Physics
- Plus electives and the co-op programme.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's or master's degree (regionally accredited US or international equivalent) as set by each doctoral programme
- GRE/GMAT
- Letters
- Statement of purpose and CV per programme
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's or master's degree (regionally accredited US or international equivalent) as set by each doctoral programme, GRE/GMAT, Letters, Statement of purpose and CV per programme
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 79
- IELTS 6.0
- PTE Academic 53
- Duolingo 105
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
- Degree Certificate
How to apply
- Review the graduate program requirements and admission deadline. Complete the UMass Boston online graduate application. Upload university transcripts
- a statement of purpose and a current resume or CV. Provide recommendation contacts and any additional materials required by the specific program. Pay the application fee unless an applicable waiver is approved. Submit the application and await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $32,419 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Boston campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Science & Mathematics |
| Department | Department of Physics |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 72 |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 5 years.
Tuition is $32,419 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The estimated living cost is $22,023 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.0, PTE Academic 53, Duolingo 105.