Physics Master's Degree| Brown University

The program offers enough flexibility to allow for completion of the degree in two, three, or four semesters of full-time enrollment, depending on a student's background. The program may also be completed with part-time enrollment over a longer period.

Admission Information

Applicants are expected to have a strong background in physics or closely related subjects at the undergraduate level.

Admission Requirements

Two recommendation letters are required. The recommendation letters should be from faculty who are acquainted with the applicant's academic or research qualifications.
GRE General: Recommended
GRE Subject: Recommended

2019–2020 Tuition: $62,830

Application Deadline: May 1

Sc.M. Completion Requirements

A total of 8 credits, or courses, at the 2000 level form the main requirement for a ScM degree in Physics, including completion of a Master's thesis.

Of the eight required courses, four will be selected from the six core courses of the PhD program. Preparation of a Master's thesis is highly recommended as it forms an important pillar of the professional training. Therefore, up to two of the eight courses may be Thesis Preparation. With approval of the program director, up to two credits may be 2000 level courses offered by another department.

Financial Aid Information (for domestic students)

More Information

Department of Physics
Brown University
Box 1843
401-863-2641
[email protected]

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Leadership

Department Chair: Gang Xiao

Director of Graduate Studies: Vesna Mitrovic

Physics