- MSc in Applied Physics at the Michigan Technological University is offered as a 2-years program by the Department of Physics.
- This university is ranked #147 in National Universities by U.S. News & World Report Ranking 2020.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
- Applied physics bridges the gap between physics, engineering, and other sciences.
- Applied physicists focus on applying physics interdisciplinarily.
- At Michigan Technological University, the applied physics program targets areas such as nanoscale condensed matter, materials science, atmospheric physics, optics/photonics, optoelectronics, plasmonics, and biomedical science.
- Students choosing the applied physics major create a customized program of study.
- In addition to taking some core graduate-level physics courses, students choose from a wider selection of courses, inside and outside the Department of Physics to gain specialized knowledge in their chosen interdisciplinary research area.
- The MSc program consists of 30 credits.
Michigan Technological University - [Michigan Tech], Michigan, Houghton - Courses & Fees
Houghton, Michigan
University Public College$28,304/Yr
$28,304 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline For Fall Intake | Jan 15, 2023 |
| Application Deadline For Spring Intake | Sep 1, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 |
| Tuition Fees | $23332 |
| Health Insurance | $4272 |
| Books and supply | $700 |
| Total Fees | $28304 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Housing and Board | $14988 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in Applied Physics or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 is required to be eligible for the program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Submission of GRE scores is not required.
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Personal Statement: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Laboratory Technician
- Research Specialist
- Geographer
- Astrologist
- Electronic Engineer
- Science Advisor
- Biology Researcher
- Plant Biochemist
- Teacher & Lecturer
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| Chuan Ai Lu Engstrom Memorial Scholarship | $1000 | No | N/A |
| KC Mahindra Scholarship | $5542 | Yes | Mar 31, 2023 |
| ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | $4000 | Yes | Apr 20, 2023 |
| Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program | Variable | Yes | Apr 20, 2023 |
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