Overview
Over 80% of program alumni have been admitted to doctoral programs, and recent graduates have matriculated at PhD programs at highly ranked institutions, including the University of Michigan, Purdue University and North Carolina State University.
Program alumni have successful careers in teaching at secondary and post-secondary institutions, industry, and national research labs.
We offer a master degree in Physics at the North Carolina Central University. Throughout the history of the program, all participating students in good academic standing have been fully supported, with tuition, fees and stipends provided through research or teaching assistantships.
Students are eligible to take courses at nearby Duke University, the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and NC State University through inter-institutional agreement, which also includes a formal bridge to the PhD program at NC State that provides additional research and networking opportunities for participating students.
Research
- Located in the heart of the high-tech Research Triangle, NC Central University’s research centers are preparing students to become the next generation of scientists and social scientists.
- Our work addresses the economic and social challenges that impact North Carolina and the world today—and those that will affect us tomorrow.
Programme Structure
The program has a strong track record of preparing students for further studies in a variety of STEM disciplines, including:
- Physics
- Applied physics
- Electrical engineering
- Nanoscience
- STEM education research
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Physics View 593 other Masters in Physics in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 2.75
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Online graduate admission application
- $50 non-refundable application fee
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts of all schools attended (if you earned your degree from a non-U.S. school, please see the international applicant requirements)
- Statement of purpose/personal statement
- GRE (cannot be more than 5 years old)
Tuition Fee
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International
14136 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7068 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
14136 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7068 USD per semester during 12 months. -
In-State
4226 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2113 USD per semester during 12 months.
Living costs for Durham
990 - 1670 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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