Physics - Master [2 Years]
$15,800 /Yr On-campus full_time

Master of Science [M.S] Physics

  • The major research in the department is conducted in the following fields: astrophysics, atomic and molecular physics, nuclear physics, condensed matter physics, statistical mechanics, optics, relativity, high energy physics, and mathematical physics. Experimental research is conducted in on-campus laboratories for atomic and molecular physics, laser spectroscopy of solids, material synthesis, biophysics and nanotechnology. Research involving the application of computer simulational techniques to astrophysics, condensed matter physics, material science, and high energy physics is conducted at the Center for Simulational Physics. Astronomical research is conducted with the facilities of the National Radio and Optical Observatories, and those of NASA. Research in the above areas is aided by the campus computing facilities.
  • The University of Georgia Department of Physics and Astronomy offers comprehensive graduate degrees at both the masters and doctorate levels. Both degree programs have two main goals: achieving a broad background in physics or physics and astronomy through coursework and seminars, and developing independent research skills through the completion of an original thesis project.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2
Tuition Fees $12593 $12593
Health Insurance $2417 $2417
Compulsory Fees $790 $790
Total Fees $15800 $15800

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 80 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.5 9 3
GRE Graduate Record Examination 297 340 2

  • Students must hold at least a baccalaureate degree accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting association or its international equivalent prior to the expected semester of enrollment, with the exception of University of Georgia undergraduate students enrolled in linked bachelors-masters programs.
  • Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing.
  • Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.