QS Rank:
89
Pennsylvania State University
Pennsylvania
,United States
Program Rank
68
Program Name
PhD in Physics
Deadline
January 15th, 2026
Overview
Total Tuition Fees
$1,73,160
Duration
48 Months
Median Salary
$1,05,000
Ranking
#80
US World and News Report
#89
QS World University Rankings
Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Class Profile
Class Size
25
Average Age
28
Average Work Experience
2 Years
Career Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,05,000 / year
Graduation Rate
83%
Job Placement
94%
Prospective Job Roles
Analyst
Research Scientist
Manager
Product Manager
Astrophysicist
Engineering Physicist
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Consultant
Mathematician
Physics Teacher
Gastroenterologist
Applied Physicist
Nuclear Physicist
Quantum Physicist
Physics Researcher
Top recruiters
Eligibility Criteria
At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.
At least 16 years of bachelor degree.
At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
80
Standardised Test Score
GRE
Application Requirements
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Professional LOR
Master SOP
General LOR
Resume
IELTS
Passport
Application Deadlines
| Regular | |
|---|---|
| Fall | Jan 15, 2026 |
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
$43,290 / year
Overall Cost
$58,290 / year
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