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Department of Physics and Astronomy

PROSPECTIVE GRADUATE STUDENTS

Ritter and McMasterThe 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.

At a Glance:

    • Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in 7 research fields across Physics & Astrophysics.
    • Work with internationally acclaimed faculty in a supportive and friendly community.
    • Receive solid student financial support.
    • Dedicated research centers for Astrophysics and Photovoltaics.
    • Opportunities for outreach, mentoring, and teaching experience.
    • Fall, 2027 Application Deadline: January 8th, 2027.
    • GRE not required.
    • Apply for Admission!

Degrees Offered:

Ph.D. in Physics with specializations in:

    • Astrophysics and Astronomy
    • Atomic Physics
    • Biophysics and Medical Physics
    • Condensed Matter, Materials Sciences and Photovoltaics
    • Photonics & Non-Linear Optics
    • Medical Physics

Master of Science (M.S):

Department Highlights:

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: The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Exam is not required. (Note: the subject GRE in Physics is also not required.)

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students): International students will need minimum English Proficiency Scores (see list below) in order to qualify for regular admission to the program. The University of Toledo institution code is 1845.ÌýÌý
    • TOEFL iBT 80 - Submit throughÌý
    • IELTS 6.5 - Submit throughÌý
    • PTE 58 - Submit throughÌý
    • Duolingo 110 - Submit throughÌý

NOTE: Test scores for TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/Duolingo cannot be older than 2 years from the first day of the term the student begins their program. In the event test scores are considered invalid and cancelled by ETS, The University of Toledo reserves the right to require submission of new test scores. Please contact the College of Graduate Studies if you have questions. Information on a waiver of foreign language requirements can be found under the College of Graduate Studies page on Graduate Admission Requirements.

English Speaking/Conversational Proficiency (International Students):Ìý A score of 22 or higher on the Speaking portion of the TOEFL iBT is required to be eligible for a teaching assistantship (TA). Equivalents for this minimum speaking/conversation score include an IELTS speaking score of 6.5, Duolingo conversation score of 120, and/or a Pearson PTE speaking score of 60.
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Other Application Materials:Ìý Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions, two to 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).
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Important Information

Application Deadline — January 8th, 2027

Normally, students begin their graduate studies in the Fall semester; applications are not considered for Spring semester start. The deadline for Fall 2027 admission to the Physics and Astronomy graduate program is January 8th, 2027,Ìýand after that date applications will continue to be reviewed until all positions are filled. Admission decisions are communicated to successful applicants by April 15th.
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51±¬ÁÏÍøing the Department

Domestic students receiving an offer of admission will have the opportunity to visit our department during one of our Open House events typically scheduled in March. During your visit, you’ll become familiar with the University, our research facilities, our faculty, the Toledo area, and our current graduate students. 51±¬ÁÏÍøs during other times of year are also possible and should be coordinated through the department.

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 M.S. degree including the Professional Science Masters in Photovoltaics (PSM-PV), assistantships are extremely limited and therefore unlikely. Complete information is available on our Financial Assistance page. For self-paying or employer-sponsored students, please note that a table has been compiled showing Graduate Tuition and Fees.
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Transfer of Credit to UT

If you have questions regarding transfer of credits from another US institution towards University of Toledo graduate degrees, please refer to the College of Graduate Studies Transfer Credit Information page.

Checking Application Status

Please check your status online at to determine which items remain outstanding. If you have additional questions after reviewing your status, please note that all documents are posted to a student’s file within 5 business days of receipt. If you have questions after reviewing your status and allowing sufficient time for documents to post, please feel free to inquire about your specific concern through email to graduateonlineapplication@utoledo.edu.

Stipend Information for PhD Students in Physics and Astronomy

The current minimum stipend for PhD students is $28,000 annually. Tuition is normally waived for any student with a Graduate Assistantship (including both Teaching Assistantships and/or Graduate Research Assistantships). In addition, the Department offers exceptionally strong applicants the opportunity to receive a Stipend Enhancement, consisting of a $2,000/year increase in annual stipend for up to four years (dependent on good academic standing).

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