Overview

The Optical Sciences program is offered by the Wyant College of Optical Sciences at The University of Arizona.

Key Features

The Wyant College of Optical Sciences is one of the premier educational and research institutions in optics and photonics worldwide. Its flexible Master of Science program accommodates many paths: career-oriented students, professionals employed in the optics field, and students interested in pursuing a Ph.D.

The college offers more than 80 grad-level courses, each taught by industry-leading faculty whose research spans everything from medical technologies to space exploration.

The mission of the University of Arizona Wyant College of Optical Sciences is to provide the state of Arizona and the nation with an internationally pre-eminent program in education, research and outreach in all aspects of the science and application of light.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Technical Writing and Communication
Display Science and Technology
Illumination Engineering
Device Design in the Health Sciences
Scientific Writing Strategies, Skills and Ethics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-10 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-20 00:00:00 , International

More details

Online Fall:

Domestic Students: August 15

International Students: August 1

Online Spring:

Domestic Students: December 10
International Students: December 10

Language

English

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Credits

32 SCH

Thesis: 32
Non-Thesis: 35

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Tucson, United States

Disciplines

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree in optics, engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related field strongly suggested. Others will be considered with sufficient coursework in mathematics and physics or engineering.
Coursework must include four semesters of calculus including vector calculus and differential equations, with two or more semesters of college physics including an electromagnetism course strongly recommended. A course in linear algebra is also recommended.

3.00 GPA

Transcripts

Three or More Letters of Recommendation

Statement of Purpose

Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

23400 USD / year

≈ 23400 USD / year
Out-of-State

23400 USD / year

≈ 23400 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12700 USD / year

≈ 12700 USD / year

Living costs

Tucson

United States

830 - 1140 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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