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    Physics, MS

    Program Description

    The Department of Physics offers graduate programs that lead to the master of arts (MA), master of science (MS), and doctor of philosophy (PhD) degrees. The traditional master’s degree programs, leading to a MA or MS degree, consist primarily of course work and require one to two years to complete.

    The physics department awards either a “General Master’s Degree” or an “Applied Master’s Degree” depending on course of study. For information on the Applied Physics degree, see Physics (Applied), Master's Industrial Internship Program.

    Application at a Glance

    Detailed instructions are available on the program’s website. The following are required for your application:


    Program-Specific Application Requirements:
    Letters of Recommendation
    Statement of Purpose

    Optional:
    GRE (UO Institution Code: 4846)
    GRE Physics subject test

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    College of Arts and Sciences
    Campus: Eugene
    Fall 2025
    Final Deadline - June 15, 2025 

    Applications must be submitted and paid for by 11:59 PM Pacific Time on the specified deadline date to be considered eligible.

    This program may accept applications after the posted deadline on a space-available basis. Refer to the program’s website for more details.