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Course Overview

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 doctoral 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.

The program offers tracks in astrophysics (including observational and theoretical astrophysics), computational and gravitational astrophysics (including numerical relativity, gravitational wave astronomy), and astronomical technology (including detector and instrumentation research and development). 

Entry Requirement 

Admission Requirements:

  • Hold a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university or college in the physical sciences or engineering.
  • Submit official transcripts (in English) from all previously completed undergraduate and graduate coursework.
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent).
  • Submit scores from the GRE with minimum requirements of 156 (verbal), 156 (quantitative), and 3.5 writing. 
  • Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Submit a personal statement of educational objectives which specifically addresses research interests.
  • Submit two letters of academic and/or professional recommendation.
  • International applicants whose native language is not English must submit scores from the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE. A minimum TOEFL score of 100 (internet-based) is required. A minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required. The English language test score requirement is waived for native speakers of English or for those submitting transcripts from degrees earned at American institutions.

Academic Requirements:

  • TOEFL: 79
  • IELTS: 6.5    
  • PTE Academic: 58

English Language Requirements:

An official score report for the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE Academic exam is required of all international applicants whose native language is not English. Please view the overall minimum score requirement for your intended program in the table below. In addition, each program requires balanced sub-scores when determining an applicant’s need for additional English language courses. 

Fees

Full-Time Tuition fees

  • 2-18 Credit Hours: $52092
  • 9 Credit Hours: $39078

Tuition per credit hour (1-11 credit hours)

  • 12-18 Credit Hours: $2171
  • 9 Credit Hours: $2171

This information was accurate on : 09/04/2021
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