Overview

Physics is the most fundamental of the sciences, and by choosing to study this exciting and challenging field, you have the potential to have an enormous impact on our society.

UTulsa programmes combine theoretical knowledge in fields such as quantum mechanics and condensed matter physics and practical experience in nanotechnology, optics, lasers, or solid-state physics. You will join a collaborative environment led by our faculty and embark on a broad spectrum of research projects in string theory, particle physics, quantum mechanics, nanotechnology, optics, astrophysics, and more.

Career

Graduate students of this Physics PhD programme from University of Tulsa benefit from our faculty’s strong collaborations with UTulsa’s other science and engineering departments as well as with national laboratories, federal agencies, research institutions, and industry.

Graduates are well equipped to pursue job opportunities in roles such as postdoctoral research fellow, faculty in research-type and teaching-type colleges and universities, research scientist in national laboratories and industry, among others.

Department alumni employers include Google, Intel, Chevron, Lockheed-Martin, Williams, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, US Department of Energy, Argonne National Laboratory, and numerous colleges and universities.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00

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Applications for most graduate programs are reviewed on a rolling basis. Admission is offered for the fall, spring and summer semesters.

Language

English

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tulsa, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

A baccalaureate degree in physics or engineering physics or equivalent from an accredited institution;

An undergraduate G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher;

Results from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE); and

Three references or evaluations from qualified individuals familiar with the applicant’s academic and/or technical background.

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Tuition Fees

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26532 USD / year

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26532 USD / year

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26532 USD / year

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Additional Details

Tuition fee for 10 credits per year

Living costs

Tulsa

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933 - 1447 USD / month

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