Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027 — Apply before Nov 2026
- Starting September 2027 — Apply before Jan 2027
Language
English
English proficiency requirements: Duolingo English Test 120, TOEFL® iBT 82, IELTS 7.
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
New Brunswick, United States
Disciplines
Physics, Astronomy & Space Sciences
Overview
A thesis of original research is required to give the students experience in advancing themselves to the leading edge of an important area of physics.
Key facts
Students of the Physics and Astronomy course at Rutgers University are encouraged to study several sub-disciplines of physics so that they will be prepared to apply their fundamental knowledge beyond the field of their thesis work.
An astronomy option is available that allows students who intend to carry out their thesis work in astronomy to replace several upper-division course requirements with astrophysics courses.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Quantum Mechanics
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Modern and Applied Physics
- Classical Mechanics
- Physics Application of Computers
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GRE® — Required
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test — 120
- TOEFL® iBT — 82
- IELTS — 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- The application process and many admissions requirements are set by the Rutgers School of Graduate Studies.
- The Physics and Astronomy programme reviews all applications and makes recommendations on admissions and support packages.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 52,846 AUD / year (≈ 37,176 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 52,846 AUD / year (≈ 37,176 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 30,773 AUD / year (≈ 21,648 USD / year)
Living costs
New Brunswick, United States — 1,712-4,212 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships are available for PhD opportunities in Physics and Astronomy.