Master of Science [M.S] Health Physics
The use of radiation in medicine, industry, and research benefits all of us. To assure that radiation and radioactive materials are used safely, nuclear facilities and research laboratories demand personnel who understand the many types of radiation hazards and who know how to prevent and control them. Specialized education and training is a prerequisite for becoming a professional health physicist. In order to pursue a career in health physics, you must have a basic education in physical science plus training in specific areas. To qualify for professional status, a health physicist needs at least a BS degree in science, engineering, or health science with specialized courses in physics, mathematics, chemistry, nuclear engineering, radiation biology, radiological health, and occupational health. A graduate degree in health physics is required for many professional level positions, particularly for those involving health physics research or teaching.
What do Health Physicists Do?
- Health Physics Researchers
- Environmental Health Physicists
- Health Physics Educators
- Medical Health Physicists
- Industrial and Applied Health Physicists
- Radiation Safety Officers
- Health Physics Regulators
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 |
| Tuition Fees | $28794 |
| Books and supply | $1644 |
| Other Fees | $699 |
| Total Fees | $31137 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMAT | Graduate Management Admission Test | 500 | 800 | 2 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited college in the U.S. or abroad. This requires 16 years of education in a University setting, which must be the equivalent of a four-year U.S. Bachelor’s degree.
- Students should have > 2.4 GPA for STEM degrees, > 2.6 for non-STEM degrees.