Study Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Applied Physics and Materials Science at Northern Arizona University in the USA, Steve Sanghi College of Engineering
Create a common language for scientific collaboration. In this program, you'll engage in rigorous study while contributing to emerging cross-sector opportunities and driving transdisciplinary research. Working collaboratively with researchers from a multitude of fields, you'll share a common language and engage in research outside your areas of expertise. Our team-taught courses will give you a deeper understanding of the intrinsic link between applied physics and materials science that has made them foundational disciplines for next-generation technologies in nano-, meso- and quantum science.
Which department am I in?
Steve Sanghi College of Engineering
Study options
Full Time
(6 Semesters)
Tuition fees
US$33,800.00
per year
Books and supplies – 900
Start date
August 2027
Venue
Flagstaff Campus
1900 S Knoles Dr,
Flagstaff,
Arizona,
86011, West, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Admission requirements Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required. Completion of a BS degree in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or equivalent. Essay/Letter of Intent/Personal Statement, International applicants will be requested to submit official TOEFL IBT/IELTS scores taken within the last two years. Recommendation(s)/Reference(s), Resume or Curriculum Vitae* Students who have completed relevant coursework in their previous graduate studies may qualify to receive up to 18 units of credit toward the degree requirements of the APMS program with course equivalencies determined by the APMS Associate Director and graduate assessment committee. See the application for details.Applicants must have earned a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution and a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 out of a 4.0 scale to be considered for regular admission. Admitted students are expected to have undergraduate educational experiences, including general education studies, that are similar to those required for a baccalaureate at Northern Arizona University. Applicants who have earned their degree(s) from an international institution must submit official transcripts directly from the university or college. The transcripts must be in the original language of the country accompanied by an English translation.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.