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Overview
Students in the Astrophysical Sciences and Technology program of Rochester Institute of Technology focuses on the underlying physics of phenomena beyond the Earth, and on the development of the technologies, instruments, data analysis, and modeling techniques that will enable the next major strides in the field.
There has never been a more exciting time to study the universe beyond the confines of the Earth. A new generation of advanced ground-based and space-borne telescopes and enormous increases in computing power are enabling a golden age of astrophysics. The MS program in astrophysical sciences and technology focuses on the underlying physics of phenomena beyond the Earth, and on the development of the technologies, instruments, data analysis, and modeling techniques that will enable the next major strides in the field. The program's multidisciplinary emphasis sets it apart from conventional astrophysics graduate programs at traditional research universities.
Plan of study
The MS program comprises a minimum of 30 credit hours of study. The curriculum consists of four core courses, two to four elective courses, two semesters of graduate seminar, and a research project culminating in a thesis.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Graduate Seminar
- Fundamental Astrophysics
- Mathematical Methods for the Astrophysical Sciences
- Astronomical Observational Techniques and Instrumentation
- Research & Thesis
- Mathematical Methods for the Astrophysical Sciences
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 58
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 115 other Masters in Astronomy & Space Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3.2
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 58
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete a graduate application.
- A baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) in the physical sciences, mathematics, computer science, or engineering.
- Submit official transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 (or equivalent) in course work in mathematical, science, engineering, and computing subject areas.
- GRE scores.
- Submit a personal statement of educational objectives.
- Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
- Submit two letters of recommendation from academic or professional sources.
- nternational applicants whose native language is not English must submit scores from the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE.
Tuition Fee
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52092 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 52092 USD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Rochester
925 - 1350 USD /month
Living costs
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Funding
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