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Master of Science in Applied Physics (STEM) Study Group - Towson University Study Group - Towson University, USA

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USD 22860

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 45 Waived

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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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Towson University’s Master of Science in Applied Physics is designed to prepare its graduates for leadership positions in a wide range of science and technology careers in industry and academics. The program has components designed for students who intend to embark on a career immediately upon graduation, as well as for those who are seeking to enhance their prospects for admission to doctoral programs. The program has been certified by the Council of Graduate Schools as a Professional Science Master’s program (PSM), a graduate degree that represents an innovation in response to the workforce needs in science and technology sectors. The program delivers a strong graduate education in applied physics, together with skills related to project management, team work, advanced communication and interdisciplinary problem solving. Additionally, thesis and non-thesis research courses are available for students who plan to pursue a doctoral program.

The physics content of the program aims to impart specialized knowledge in several areas of applied physics, while also emphasizing a broad set of skills which include laboratory techniques involving fabrication and characterization of advanced materials and devices, physical measurements employing advanced instrumentation, computational modeling and simulations, data analysis and laboratory automation. The program imparts knowledge and skills associated with teamwork, project management, communication and leadership through courses in project management and technical writing. In addition, there are internship and research components that allow students to acquire real-life problem-solving experience by working on site at technology enterprises or by participating in faculty-led research projects in applied physics.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 15 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Aug 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Aug 2024

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 such as chemistry, mathematics or engineering from a regionally accredited college or university. Students who have not majored in physics will qualify for admission if their undergraduate education included two calculus-based courses in physics and at least two upper-level physics courses. Students without a degree in physics and/or adequate preparation may be required to take remedial courses and/or additional 500-level electives from the curriculum, based on a case-by-case analysis

     

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    57 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    22860

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 45 Waived

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    16000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    Towson University has extended the deadlines for their $1,000 USD scholarship opportunities for Fall 2025!

    New Scholarship Deadlines

    •Towson University: Confirm enrollment by 16 May 2025

    Towson University Scholarship Details

    Graduate students who are admitted to Towson University for Fall 2025 will be awarded a $1,000 USD scholarship offer and must confirm their place by 16 May 2025.

    • No additional application required.
    • Open to graduate students except for those enrolling in the Applied Information Technology MS programme.
    • Available for Year 1 only; applied as a credit to the student’s account: $500 USD for Fall 2025 and $500 USD for Spring 2026.
    • May not be combined with any other scholarships or discounts for Year 1 (students may apply for other TU-based funding for Year 2).
    • If a student is awarded a scholarship for Fall 2025 but receives a visa denial and decides to defer to Spring 2026, TU will honor the scholarship award for one deferral only.

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