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USD 25146

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 60

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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65%

Min GPA

Program Overview

You're ready to take what you learned in undergrad and become a true expert in matter, energy, and how they relate to one another. With an MS in Physics, you'll have the background you need in statistical mechanics, electromagnetic theory, mathematical physics, and quantum mechanics to pursue a career in research, industry, or education.

To prepare you for these fields, we've developed a program that is advanced, fast-paced, and research-focused. In fact, your curriculum will allow you to explore the same research areas as our PhD students, because we want you to be well-equipped to pursue an advanced degree when you finish. In addition to your curriculum, we'll want you to choose between one of two plans. Plan I (thesis option) requires a thesis based on original research. You can research in an interdisciplinary area such as biophysics, chemical physics, geophysics, mathematical physics, neurophysics, optics, materials science, or engineering physics. Or, if you're still mulling over the decision of whether to pursue a PhD or MD, Plan II (non-thesis option) is built just for you. The thesis option is replaced here with more advanced coursework and an exit exam.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 42 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026, Aug 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, May 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree in physics or a related field.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    53 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    65% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    25146

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 60

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    15000 Per year

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

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    Scholarships

    Scholarship Information

    UAB International Scholarship $7,500 per year ($30,000 total). Up to four years (renewable)

    • No scholarship application required, qualified applicants automatically considered
    • Must apply and be accepted by UAB no later than April 1 (June intake), May 1 (August intake), and November 1 (January intake)
    • Minimum GPA 3.0+ upon completion of a high school or secondary school outside of the USA
    • Applicable to full - time first - year Direct Entry undergraduate international enrollments
    • Must currently reside outside of the USA, be non - immigrant and non - resident status, and require a F - 1 visa
    • Must not have enrolled in post - secondary work

    https://www.uab.edu/admissions/cost/scholarships/international__students

    UAB IB Scholarship $2,500 per year ($10,000 total). Up to four years (renewable)

    • Must submit scholarship application to UAB by March 1
    • Achieve IB Diploma of 24 or higher
    • Applicable to full - time Direct Entry undergraduate international enrollments
    • Eligible candidates will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship that will be automatically upgraded to $2,500 after final IB scores are received
    • Student with government scholarships or other external support are not eligible for this award

    https://www.uab.edu/admissions/cost/scholarships/international__students

    Amount/ Range:

    • UAB International Scholarship $7,500 per year ($30,000 total). Up to four years (renewable)
    • UAB IB Scholarship-$2,500 per year ($10,000 total). Up to four years (renewable)

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