Houston,
TX,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering - Optics and Photonics in Houston United States | Rice University
Rice University
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Houston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
57,210
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
This program centers on enhancing comprehension of electronic, photonic, and plasmonic materials, optical physics, light-matter interactions, and applying this knowledge to create groundbreaking devices and technologies. Key research areas span a wide spectrum: Nanophotonics and plasmonics, development of optical nanosensors and nano-actuators, investigations of novel materials (especially nanomaterials and magnetically responsive materials), imaging and image processing techniques such as multispectral and terahertz imaging, ultrafast spectroscopy and dynamic processes, laser-based remote and point sensing applications (particularly for trace gas detection), nanoscale surface, molecular, and device characterization, organic semiconductor devices, single-molecule transistors, optical communication methods, light interactions with random, nanoengineered, and periodic structures, plus biomedical applications of Nanoshells.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Unofficial transcripts from all prior institutions
Three letters of recommendation
GRE scores (optional but recommended for Fall 2021 Semester)
Official TOEFL/IELTS Scores (International Applicant's Only)
The applicant's own statement of goals, aspirations, and special interests (commonly referred to as the statement of purpose and refers to the applicant's future goals and plans for applying what (s)he learns in the program.
A current resume/CV Minimum GPA requirement is 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Proof of bachelor's degree must be provided upon acceptance to the program, GRE (optional but recommended for Fall 2021 semester): The average GRE score of successful applicants is: V156, Q166
TOEFL: A minimum score of 90 is required. Minimum TOEFL requirements for international applicants are 600 (paper), 250 (computer), and 90 (IBT). The TOEFL requirement may be waived for students who have received a degree from a university where English is the official language of communication.
IELTS: For students who choose to take the IELTS in lieu of the TOEFL, the minimum score is 7. The IELTS requirement may be waived for students who have received a degree from a university where English is the official language of communication.
Three letters of recommendation
GRE scores (optional but recommended for Fall 2021 Semester)
Official TOEFL/IELTS Scores (International Applicant's Only)
The applicant's own statement of goals, aspirations, and special interests (commonly referred to as the statement of purpose and refers to the applicant's future goals and plans for applying what (s)he learns in the program.
A current resume/CV Minimum GPA requirement is 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Proof of bachelor's degree must be provided upon acceptance to the program, GRE (optional but recommended for Fall 2021 semester): The average GRE score of successful applicants is: V156, Q166
TOEFL: A minimum score of 90 is required. Minimum TOEFL requirements for international applicants are 600 (paper), 250 (computer), and 90 (IBT). The TOEFL requirement may be waived for students who have received a degree from a university where English is the official language of communication.
IELTS: For students who choose to take the IELTS in lieu of the TOEFL, the minimum score is 7. The IELTS requirement may be waived for students who have received a degree from a university where English is the official language of communication.
Tuition
USD
57,210