Overview

BC graduates have gone on to successful careers in a broad range of fields. Our graduates include faculty at R1 research institutions, senior scientists in industry and national labs, and founders of technology start-ups.

Key Features

The unique environment of the Boston College Physics department is focused on a highly collaborative approach, with students forming a vital part of the community.

While working with BC physics faculty, students have access to state-of-the-art facilities both on campus and worldwide. Moreover, students often work in integrated science teams with faculty from Chemistry, Biology, Neuroscience, or neighboring institutions.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Physics Colloquium

Physics Graduate Seminar

Classical Mechanics

Statistical Physics

Electromagnetic Theory

Quantum Mechanics

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-02 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics View 88 other PhDs in Physics in United States

Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed application.

Transcripts of all previous work.

Three letters of Recommendation.

For the 2020-2021 admissions cycle, neither general or Physics subject GRE are required. GRE scores will NOT be considered as part of an applicant's package if submitted.

Applicants whose first language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam. This requirement is waived for those whose highest degree is from an English speaking country.

Statement of Purpose.

$75 Application fee.

Tuition Fee

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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