Physics M.S. | University of Houston-Clear Lake

Expand Your Knowledge Base

Your Master of Science in Physics from University of Houston-Clear Lake will provide you with a deeper understanding of the essential science used in many of the engineering disciplines and in the space industry. This course of study will primarily prepare you for earning a Ph.D. through advanced research in Physics and Astronomy, as well as expand the knowledge base of practicing engineers.

Further Your Education

This degree will prepare you to compete in job market in industry as well as in academia. Applicants for candidacy should have a Bachelor of Science degree in a physical sciences, mathematics or engineering disciplines. You will become an expert problem solver as well as increase your knowledge of several aspects of Physics and Astronomy. All students potentially interested in completing a Ph.D. in Physics should apply to both UHCL and UH before beginning graduate level coursework.

Within this degree, you can also choose a specialization in Technical Management.

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Admission Requirements

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Physics M.S.
Admission Deadline

Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
Application

A standard university application is required.
Requirements
- 3.0 GPA
- GRE Total Score of 290 (140 Verbal + 150 Quantitative)
- GRE Essay of 3.5
- Additional Requirements – Undergraduate degree in Physical Sciences discipline, Mathematics and/or Engineering; Other degrees may apply if the coursework meets the preparation requirements in the catalog

Degree Requirements

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Deadlines for Applying

Graduate Deadlines
Spring 2021

New Degree-Seeking Students - January 5
Former UHCL Students - January 5
Summer 2021

New Degree-Seeking Students - May 1
Former UHCL Students - May 25
Fall 2021

New Degree-Seeking Students - August 1
Former UHCL Students - August 18

Please note, some graduate programs have special requirements and different deadlines from those above. For more information visit How to Apply.

Former UHCL Students and non-degree seeking students applying after the deadlines above may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the appropriate graduate enrollment counselor for more information.

International Deadlines
Fall

Priority – March 1
Final – June 1
Spring

Priority – August 1
Final – November 1
Summer*

Priority – February 1
Final – April 20

Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline

*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.