Arlington,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Physics and Applied Physics in Houston United States | University of Texas at Arlington
University of Texas at Arlington
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Houston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
23,486
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The goal of graduate physics studies is to equip students for ongoing professional growth as physicists. The PhD program in physics and applied physics merges conventional scientific doctoral training with specialized applied coursework and tech-sector internships. This curriculum aims to develop skilled experts possessing comprehensive subject knowledge, equally ready for academic positions or roles in government/industrial research settings.
The PhD in physics and applied physics integrates standard doctoral-level science education with practical application courses and technology-focused internships. This approach cultivates versatile professionals with thorough understanding of the field, equally prepared for university teaching or research positions in public/private sector laboratories.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
For unconditional admission to the Doctor of Philosophy program, an applicant must have a master's degree or 30 semester hours of graduate credit in physics or a related field and satisfy the general admission requirements of the University, including a minimum graduate coursework GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, as calculated by Graduate Admissions and favorable letters of recommendation from individuals able to assess the applicant's potential for success in a Ph.D. program.
Applicants are expected to submit a score of at least 550 on the paper-based TOEFL, a score of at least 213 on the computer-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 6.5 on the IELTS, or a minimum TOEFL iBT total score of 79. Further, when the TOEFL iBT is taken, sectional scores of at least 22 on the writing section, 21 on the speaking section, 20 on the reading section, and 16 on the listening section are preferred.
Graduate Application Priority Dates - Fall: March 15; Spring: August 15; Summer: February 15.
Tuition
USD
23,486