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The Physics PhD program provides candidates with the chance to conduct cutting-edge research across various physics disciplines. Research specializations encompass, though aren't limited to:
atomic and molecular physics,
computational physics,
particle physics,
condensed matter and cryogenic physics,
materials science,
nuclear physics, and
quantum optics.
Students benefit from advanced experimental apparatus, high-performance computing resources, an adjustable-energy cyclotron, and numerous shared university facilities. To enhance professional development, the Physics and Astronomy Department requires all graduate students pursuing master's or doctoral degrees to complete at least two semesters as teaching assistants.
You are an international graduate applicant if you:
are not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States (or applicant for permanent residency)
AND
you have not graduated from a Texas high school after three years in residence in Texas
AND
hold a bachelor’s or professional degree (or equivalent)
English proficiency can also be demonstrated by:
Minimum TOEFL i-BT score of 80 (in person or Home Edition) from a test date within two years (Texas A&M University does not accept the MyBest TOEFL score), or
Minimum TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5, or
Minimum IELTS Academic test score of 6.0 overall band (Texas A&M University does not accept the IELTS General test), or
GRE Verbal Reasoning score of at least 146 (subject to departmental approval), or
GMAT Verbal Score of at least 22 (subject to departmental approval), or
Acquiring alternative verification during the admission process from the Graduate and Professional School via a departmental request.