PROSPECTIVE GRADUATE STUDENTS
The University of Toledo graduate programs in the Department of Physics and Astronomy
aim to develop exceptional personal and professional scientific skills, and engage
students in cutting edge research with a world-class faculty, all within a supportive and creative learning environment.
Degrees Offered:
Ph.D. in Physics with specializations in:
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- Astrophysics and Astronomy
- Atomic Physics
- Biophysics and Medical Physics
- Condensed Matter, Materials Sciences and Photovoltaics
- Photonics & Non-Linear Optics
- Professional Science Master’s in Photovoltaics (PSM-PV)
- M.S. in Physics Degree Requirements (thesis-based)
- M.S. in Physics Degree Requirements (coursework intensive)
- M.S. on way to Ph.D.
Master of Science (M.S)
Master of Science in Physics - Materials Science Option
Graduate Degree Program Summaries (PDF documents):
Department Highlights:
- Wright Center for Photovoltaics Innovation and Commercialization (PVIC)
- Lowell Discovery Telescope (LDT)
- Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory
- Doreen and Lyman Spitzer Graduate Fellowship in Astrophysics
Requirements for Admission
Bachelor's Degree and GPA: The requirements for admission to the graduate program consist of a bachelor's degree
in physics or a related field with a grade point average of 2.7 or better on a 4-point
scale.
Graduate Record Examination: Due to Covid-19, the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Exam is not required for Fall 2023. (Note: the subject GRE in Physics is not required.)
Test of English as a Foreign Language (International Students): International students must present a score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT of ≥80 (iBT strongly preferred) in order to qualify for regular admission to the program. An iBT score of 22 or higher on the Speaking portion is required to be eligible for a teaching assistantship (TA).
Other Application Materials: Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions, three letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, and resume/curriculum-vitae are required.
Graduate Record Examination: Due to Covid-19, the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Exam is not required for Fall 2023. (Note: the subject GRE in Physics is not required.)
Test of English as a Foreign Language (International Students): International students must present a score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT of ≥80 (iBT strongly preferred) in order to qualify for regular admission to the program. An iBT score of 22 or higher on the Speaking portion is required to be eligible for a teaching assistantship (TA).
Other Application Materials: Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions, three letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, and resume/curriculum-vitae are required.
Full admission guidelines can be found at the College of Graduate Studies (see Main Campus applicants).
Application Deadline:
Application Deadline:
Normally, students start their graduate program with Fall semester. The deadline for Fall admission to the Physics and Astronomy graduate program is January
5th. However, applications will continue to be reviewed until all positions are filled.
Admission decisions are communicated to successful applicants by April 15th. Students
interested in applying for admission to start Spring semester should contact the Graduate
Admission committee chair (see contact info here).
Visiting the Department:
Visiting the Department:
Students receiving an admission offer will have an opportunity to visit our department
during one of our Open House events scheduled typically during March. During your
visit, you’ll become familiar with the University, our research facilities, our faculty,
the Toledo area, and also with our current graduate students. Visits during other
times of year are also possible and should be coordinated through the department.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
Successful applicants to our Ph.D. program typically receive an offer of admission
including an assistantship and tuition waiver. For some programs, such as the PSM-Photovoltaics,
assistantships are limited and therefore very competitive. In addition, the Department
offers a limited number of Stipend Enhancement awards to highly-qualified applicants
to either doctoral or masters level programs. Complete information is available on
our Financial Assistance page.
Step 1: Pre-Application Form
Step 1: Pre-Application Form
Step 2: Apply for Admission