Stillwater,
OK,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Physics in Stillwater United States | Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University
|
Stillwater United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
17,890
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
To earn a Master of Science (M.S.) in Physics, students must complete 30 credit hours beyond their bachelor's degree and submit an original research thesis. Typically, this program can be finished within two years.
Required coursework includes:
PHYS 5113 Statistical Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory
PHYS 5313 Electromagnetic Theory
PHYS 5413 Classical Mechanics
PHYS 5453 Methods of Theoretical Physics
PHYS 5613 Quantum Mechanics I
Students must also complete nine credit hours of electives in physics, mathematics, or related fields, selected with advisor approval. For instance, those focusing on materials science might take advanced mathematics alongside Solid State I and II. Others may prefer electrical engineering courses. The final six credits must be thesis research (PHYS 5000).
Non-Thesis Master of Science (M.S.) in Physics
We also offer a Non-Thesis M.S. in Physics for students not pursuing research careers. This option suits aspiring educators seeking advanced subject knowledge or professionals needing technical physics backgrounds for fields like medicine or management.
The Non-Thesis program requires the same five core courses plus fifteen elective graduate credits in physics or related disciplines. Instead of a thesis, students complete a 2-credit report.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
As an overview these are the main documents that will be required to submit to the Graduate College
Transcripts Original transcript from each college or university attended all transcripts submitted to the Graduate College must be official with the colleges or registrars original seal and should show any degrees completed
Resume Vitae Submit a Resume or Curriculum Vitae of your academic and professional backgrounds and experiences 1-2 pages
Statement of Purpose Submit a statement in your own words of your background academic preparation reasons for pursuing a degree in Physics or Photonics and career aspirations 1-2 pages
Recommendations Names and contact information of three 3 persons familiar with the applicants academic preparation to pursue a degree in Physics or Photonics andor jobrelated skills in these fields
English Proficiency for International Students All persons for whom English is a second language are required to present proof of English competency
An official TOEFL score of at least 90 internet based test is required to be submitted The TOEFL institution code for OSU is 6546
Alternatively an official IELTS academic stream overall band score of at least 7.0 may be submitted
Another alternative is an official PTE score of at least 61
The examination must have been taken within the last two years Outstanding applicants with official TOEFL scores of 79-90 IELTS scores of 6.5-7.0 or PTE scores of 53-60 will also be considered for admission into the graduate programs
Although the Graduate College does not require proof of English proficiency for an applicant who has or will have completed a baccalaureate or graduate degree from a college or university where English is the primary teaching language and which is located in a country where English is a primary language the applicant may still need to submit a TOEFL IELTS or PTE score to the Physics Department for employment as a Teaching Assistant
Please check the complete requirement description on the Graduate College English Proficiency page
GRE It is strongly recommended that applicants submit both general and subject test Physics GRE scores These scores will help us to determine the distribution of assistantships with tuition waivers We will review applications with self-reported scores but applicants should be aware that official scores may be requested before admission is formally offered
The recommended cumulative grade point average (GPA) for MS or PhD students is a minimum of 3.0 or higher.
Transcripts Original transcript from each college or university attended all transcripts submitted to the Graduate College must be official with the colleges or registrars original seal and should show any degrees completed
Resume Vitae Submit a Resume or Curriculum Vitae of your academic and professional backgrounds and experiences 1-2 pages
Statement of Purpose Submit a statement in your own words of your background academic preparation reasons for pursuing a degree in Physics or Photonics and career aspirations 1-2 pages
Recommendations Names and contact information of three 3 persons familiar with the applicants academic preparation to pursue a degree in Physics or Photonics andor jobrelated skills in these fields
English Proficiency for International Students All persons for whom English is a second language are required to present proof of English competency
An official TOEFL score of at least 90 internet based test is required to be submitted The TOEFL institution code for OSU is 6546
Alternatively an official IELTS academic stream overall band score of at least 7.0 may be submitted
Another alternative is an official PTE score of at least 61
The examination must have been taken within the last two years Outstanding applicants with official TOEFL scores of 79-90 IELTS scores of 6.5-7.0 or PTE scores of 53-60 will also be considered for admission into the graduate programs
Although the Graduate College does not require proof of English proficiency for an applicant who has or will have completed a baccalaureate or graduate degree from a college or university where English is the primary teaching language and which is located in a country where English is a primary language the applicant may still need to submit a TOEFL IELTS or PTE score to the Physics Department for employment as a Teaching Assistant
Please check the complete requirement description on the Graduate College English Proficiency page
GRE It is strongly recommended that applicants submit both general and subject test Physics GRE scores These scores will help us to determine the distribution of assistantships with tuition waivers We will review applications with self-reported scores but applicants should be aware that official scores may be requested before admission is formally offered
The recommended cumulative grade point average (GPA) for MS or PhD students is a minimum of 3.0 or higher.
Tuition
USD
17,890