Overview

The Physics PhD program at the University of Pittsburgh is designed to provide students with a broad experimental, observational, and/or theoretical foundation for successful careers as scientists. They become prepared for careers in teaching, research, and work in industry.

Features

Study includes formal course work, participation in teaching, and attending colloquia and seminars. The PhD degree requires the design and completion of an original research project. The results of the research must be presented in a written dissertation and defended in an oral examination.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Dynamical Systems (Classical Mechanics)
Electricity and Magnetism
Quantum Mechanics
Statistical Mechanics
Dissertation Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-02 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics View 194 other PhDs in Physics in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application form
Personal statement
Transcripts
Three letters of recommendation
International students: evidence of English Language Proficiency

Tuition Fee

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International

43804 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 43804 USD per year during 48 months.
National

43804 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 43804 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

25834 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25834 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Pittsburgh

1148 - 1944 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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