Mar 28, 2024  
2018-2019 Graduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Admission Requirements


Application deadlines:

  • March 15 for Fall
  • October 15 for Spring

In addition to the criteria below, applicants must meet general graduate admission requirements .

The primary requirement for admissions into the Applied Physics Master’s Program is evidence that the student will be successful in the program. Since we accept students from a range of backgrounds, there is no specific set of courses that is absolutely required as a prerequisite for admission. However, familiarity with Physics at the level of upper level undergraduate work is expected. Standardized tests are useful in establishing student’s general level of academic preparation. While the GRE Physics subject test is not required, it is strongly recommended, particularly for foreign students as it allows for normative comparisons. Foreign students are required by the university to take an English language exam (TOEFL or IELTS) and score above a minimum level. Three letters of recommendation are required. For students who have been away from academia for some time, it is acceptable to use letters from professional colleagues or supervisors. At least one letter should address the applicant’s academic preparedness. Applications are submitted to the University of Massachusetts Boston Office of Graduate Admissions. All applications must be complete before they can be acted on by the Department of Physics.