The focus of the graduate program in the Department of Physics is on the PhD in Physics. Students are generally admitted into the department's graduate program based on an assessment of their ability to succeed as doctoral students.
The Michigan Tech Graduate School collects all student applications. Visit their How to Apply page when you're ready to proceed with the application process. There is no cost to apply to the Graduate School whether you choose to complete an online or paper application.
All students applying to graduate programs in Physics must submit these materials to the Graduate School. (mailing address)
Mail to:
- Graduate School
Michigan Tech
1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, MI 49931-1295
- Graduate School
Applications are reviewed on an individual basis using a holistic approach.
All Students
- Admissions Requirements
- Admissions Procedures
- Graduate Application
- Statement of Purpose
- Official Transcripts
- GRE: Recommended quantitative score of 156 (720) and analytical score of 3.5 or higher
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale
Atmospheric Sciences Students
Additional requirements for Atmospheric Sciences applicants:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in the physical sciences or engineering
- Prerequisite: Mathematics through ordinary differential equations
International Students
- TOEFL: Recommended score of 88 iBT
- IELTS: Recommended band of 6.5
Application Deadline
Apply at least a semester in advance of projected admission to improve your chances of receiving funding. Deadline for the Fall Semester: March 1 (January 15 recommended for international applicants)