Doctor of Philosophy in Physics
Program Description
The PhD in Physics degree program at UT Dallas offers students the opportunity to be involved in forefront research in physics. Our graduates go on to work in industry, academia and government positions.
Our graduate program develops individual creativity and expertise in physics and is strongly focused on research. Students are encouraged to participate in ongoing research activities from the beginning of their graduate studies. The research experience culminates with the doctoral dissertation, the essential element of the PhD program that prepares the student for careers in academia, government laboratories or industry.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the program seek positions such as: researcher, physicist, professor and various positions in academia, government and industry.
Marketable Skills
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Application Requirements
Degree requirements: The Graduate Physics Program seeks students who have a BS degree in Physics or closely related subjects from a university or college, and who have superior skills in quantitative and deductive analysis.
Test score required: Yes
A score from the GRE General Test (verbal and quantitative) is required. The GRE Subject Test in Physics is optional. Decisions on admission are made on an individual basis. However, as a guide, a combined score on the verbal and quantitative parts of the GRE General Test of 308, with at least 155 on the quantitative part, is advisable based on experience with student success in the program.
Deadlines: University deadlines apply.
Contact Information
Department of Physics
Email: PhysicsGradAdmission@utdallas.edu
School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
The University of Texas at Dallas
800 W Campbell Rd
Richardson, TX 75080-3021