Overview
Students at Physics from Montana State University conduct a wide variety of research projects from solar physics to superconductivity with MSU’s state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment. The program prides itself on collaborative research, whether it’s interdisciplinary teams on the MSU campus or working with national and international experts. In addition to the groundbreaking research conducted in the department, Physics candidates have the opportunity to conduct public outreach and educational research through the MSU Physics Education Research (PER) group.
Careers
- Graduate alumni in physics embark on a wide range of careers within 10-years of their graduation.
- Nearly 55% are working in academia, 33% in for-profit, and about 7.4% for government. Top industry employers include Montana State University and Raytheon Company.
- Across all career paths the estimated salary of alumni within 10 years of graduation ranges from $50,000 to $140,000 with an average of $90,000 (source of data Academic Analytics).
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- General Relativity,
- Non-Linear Optics,
- Magnetohydrodynamics,
- Black Hole Theory,
- Quantum Field Theory,
- Condensed Matter,
- Astrophysics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Priority deadline for your application to be fully considered: January 10th
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Credits
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Disciplines
Physics Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics View 475 other Masters in Mechanical Engineering in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A bachelor's degree (or higher) or the equivalent from an accredited, government-recognized university. These degrees are generally four-year-long programs.
- B average or higher from your undergraduate study (3.0/4.0 GPA, or equivalent).
- Evidence of English language proficiency.
- 3 letters of recommendation.
- A personal statement.
- Official transcripts for all post-secondary coursework completed.
Tuition Fee
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International
18514 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18514 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
18514 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18514 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
5712 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5712 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Bozeman
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Financing
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Funding
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