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The University of Kansas
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Lawrence, KS
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Overview
The University of Kansas / Department of Physics and Astronomy is located in Lawrence, KS, in a suburban setting.
Degrees & Awards
Degrees Offered
| Degree | Concentration | Sub-concentration |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Science/Doctor of Philosophy (MS/PhD) | ||
| Master of Science (MS) | Physics and astronomy | |
| Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | Physics and astronomy |
Degrees Awarded
| Degree | Number Awarded |
|---|---|
| Master's Degrees | 0 |
| Doctoral Degrees | 11 |
| Other Advanced Degrees | 0 |
Earning Your Degree
| Part-time study available? | No |
| Evening/weekend programs available? | No |
| Distance learning programs available? | No |
| Terminal master's degree available? |
|
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
87
Applied
19
Accepted
8
Enrolled
Applying
65
Application Fee - Domestic
85
Application Fee - International
Yes
Electronic applications accepted?
Application Deadlines
| Type | Domestic | International | Priority date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall deadline | December 31st | December 31st | Yes |
| Spring deadline | October 1st | October 1st | Yes |
Entrance Requirements
| Exam | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree Exam | GRE Subject Test (physics) | |
| Master's Degree Requirements | Statement of personal goals, resume or curriculum vitae, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation | |
| Doctoral Degree Exam | GRE Subject Test (physics) | |
| Doctoral Degree Requirements | Statement of personal goals, resume or curriculum vitae, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation |
| Exam | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL: Required | ||
| IELTS: Required |
Tuition & Fees
Financial Support
| Financial award applicants must submit: | FAFSA |
|---|---|
| Application deadlines for financial awards | December 31 |
| Types of financial support available |
Health Care Benefits Scholarship and/or loans Graduate Assistantships |
Student Body
57
Total Graduate Students
36%
International Breakout (representing other countries)
Race/Ethnicity
| Hispanic/Latino | 8.77% |
|---|---|
| Black or African American | 0% |
| White or Caucasian | 47% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 1.75% |
| Asian | 1.75% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 0% |
| Two or more races | 0% |
| Unknown | 3.51% |
Gender
Male (78%)
Female (21%)
Research
| Focus of faculty research: | Astrophysics, biophysics, high energy physics, nanophysics, nuclear physics |
|---|---|
| Externally sponsored research expenditures last year: | 0 |
Location & Contact
Address
1082 Malott Hall
1251 Wescoe Hall Drive
Lawrence, KS 66045
United States
1251 Wescoe Hall Drive
Lawrence, KS 66045
United States
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