Study Master of Arts in Physics at Western Michigan University in the USA, College of Arts and Sciences

Master of Arts in Physics
Western Michigan University

USA

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About this course

What will I learn?

The Western Michigan University Department of Physics offers graduate programs leading to Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Our programs prepare students for careers in industry, academia and national laboratories. Research at the forefront of knowledge plays an essential role. Concentrations are available in: Atomic and nuclear physics, with potential applications in astrophysicsCondensed matter physics and material physicsPhysics education - Master's level only in the Department of Physics, with potential for a thesis. Students interested in physics education at the doctoral level should apply to the science education: physics program through the WMU Mallinson Institute for Science Education.

Which department am I in?

College of Arts and Sciences

Study options

Full Time (3 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$17,482.00 per year
Health Insurance- 1324

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected July 2027

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Kalamazoo Campus

Kalamazoo, MI,

Kalamazoo,

Michigan,

49008, Midwest, United States

Full Time (3 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$17,482.00 per year
Health Insurance- 1324

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/12/2026

Start date

May 2027

Venue

Kalamazoo Campus

Kalamazoo, MI,

Kalamazoo,

Michigan,

49008, Midwest, United States

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Entry requirements

For international students

Students entering this program are expected to have acquired a bachelors degree in physics or at least an equivalent amount of experience and training (including training in mathematics at the appropriate level).

Minimum English proficiency test scores:

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University offers career-focused degree programs which propel students into meaningful careers in their specialty.

  • 9/10 students employed in jobs they like (WMU Outcomes, 2024)
  • Top 100 for graduate programs in five fields (USNWR, 2025)
  • 16:1 student-faculty ratio, (WMU Common Data Set, 2024)
  • 93% of students join Experience-Driven Learning (WMU, 2024)
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