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Physics, Ph.D. at Georgia State University

Georgia State University, United States

Programme overview

Physics is the cornerstone of understanding how things work at the most fundamental level. In the Physics Ph.D. program at Georgia State University, students delve into the building blocks and mechanics of our reality, from the smallest particles to the vastness of space. Physics majors learn how to apply these fundamental principles to a wide array of phenomena and processes.

Faculty: College of Arts & Sciences  |  Department: Physics and Astronomy  |  Duration: The average time to degree is six years.  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall: January 15 Spring: Does Not Admit Summer: Does Not Admit  |  Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

For more details, see the course catalog.

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Application information

Entry requirements

In most cases, the students who perform best in our program have demonstrated a strong record of academic coursework at the undergraduate (or master’s) degree level, have at least some research experience and letters of recommendation that confirm the student’s potential for success in physics research. For more details, go to https://www.phy-astr.gsu.edu/graduate/admissions/.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate programmes (degree, certificate, non-degree and transient): $50 non-refundable application fee; Executive MBA and Executive Doctorate in Business Administration: $100; graduate re-entry: $25. Deadlines vary by college and programme.

Apply through the official page: https://graduate.gsu.edu/future/admissions/

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