Syracuse,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Physics - Gravitational Waves and Observational Astrophysics in Syracuse United States | Syracuse University
Syracuse University
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Syracuse United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
35,010
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The majority of our knowledge about the cosmos stems from electromagnetic radiation. Soon, the Laser Interferometer Gravitational Wave Observatory (LIGO) will revolutionize our cosmic perspective by detecting gravitational waves - distortions in space-time first theorized by Einstein. These cosmic ripples will offer groundbreaking insights into extraordinary celestial phenomena like supernovae, neutron stars, and black holes. At Syracuse University, a dedicated research team is pioneering this cutting-edge frontier in physics and astronomy. Students can participate in developing next-gen gravitational wave detection equipment and creating methods to identify and analyze these waves for cosmic exploration. The Syracuse research initiative is backed by advanced supercomputing resources for processing LIGO data and simulating black hole dynamics.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
A baccalaureate degree in physics or its equivalent from a college or university of recognized standing. We consider applications from non-physics majors with good background in physics.
Adequate preparation for graduate study of physics as witnessed by an academic transcript of undergraduate courses.
Fluent command of the English languageforeign students for whom English is a second language should submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
Evidence of promise in advanced study and research.
Three strong letters of recommendation, at least two from professors in a position to write about your fitness for graduate work in physics.
Students of any race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality or ethnic origin.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required for applicants whose native language is not English. Scores must be officially reported by the Educational Testing Service to the Syracuse Graduate School
please keep your personal statement 1-2 pages, maximum. You should upload it as a PDF into your application in the online application program.
Adequate preparation for graduate study of physics as witnessed by an academic transcript of undergraduate courses.
Fluent command of the English languageforeign students for whom English is a second language should submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
Evidence of promise in advanced study and research.
Three strong letters of recommendation, at least two from professors in a position to write about your fitness for graduate work in physics.
Students of any race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality or ethnic origin.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required for applicants whose native language is not English. Scores must be officially reported by the Educational Testing Service to the Syracuse Graduate School
please keep your personal statement 1-2 pages, maximum. You should upload it as a PDF into your application in the online application program.
Tuition
USD
35,010