MS Physics at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

Physics is the study of the fundamental structure and interactions of matter. Research areas in the program include experimental and theoretical studies in astrophysics and cosmology, biological physics, condensed matter physics, elementary particle physics, nuclear physics, space and planetary physics, and physics education research.

Faculty: College of Science and Engineering | Duration: 2 years / Plan A 20 credits; Plan B 30 credits; Plan C 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Core, Seminar, Electives, Plan A, Plan B, Plan C. Physics 4001, 4002, 4101, 4201, and 4303 cannot be used to satisfy degree requirements. Courses must be taken on the A-F grade basis, unless only offered S/N, with a minimum grade of B- earned for each course.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Upper division courses in the core areas of classical mechanics, electricity and magnetism, quantum mechanics, and statistical and thermal physics are encouraged. It is advisable to have taken an upper division course in experimental methods in physics. Financial support is generally not offered to students admitted to the terminal MS degree. GRE scores are not required. Minimum undergraduate GPA 3.3. Applications are accepted for fall semester only. The application deadline is December 15. For TOEFL exams taken before January 2026 the preferred scores are: Total Score: 79 Reading Score: 19 Writing Score: 21 Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 4.5, IELTS 6.5.

Duration: 2 years / Plan A 20 credits; Plan B 30 credits; Plan C 30 credits

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