11,700/Yr
- Master of Science in Physics at the University of California Los Angeles is a 2 years program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- UCLA's Graduate Program in Mechanical Engineering offers the following degrees:
- Master of Science (MSc)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Upon admission to graduate status, full-time students complete the program normally in 4 quarters.
- In this program, students have to successfully complete 36 units which consist of 9-10 courses.
- This program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
- UCLA is building the first ultra-compact X-ray free-electron laser (UC-XFEL), bringing a heretofore national-lab-scale facility to the university.
- International students get the opportunity to apply for financial support i.e. fellowships, teaching, and research assistantships if they hold a letter of recommendation.
- The department provides groundbreaking research, cutting-edge technology, award-winning faculty to the students.
- The research activities include the following areas:
- Extrasolar Planets and Planetary Science
- Astroparticle physics
- Galactic Center Group
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
Tuition Fees | 11700 |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Room and Food (On-Campus) | 17599 |
Room and Food (Off-Campus) | 15240 |
Health Insurance | 4714 |
International differential fee | 15102 |
Total Cost | 52655 |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
2021 | 32588 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a bachelor's degree in an engineering field or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 is required in the last two years of undergraduate coursework.
- Students interested in applying to the Physics program should demonstrate a solid background in undergraduate physics.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program. Students may voluntarily submit GRE test scores and they will be reviewed as part of the holistic application consideration.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Scores Required
7 / 9
Avg. Score in
IELTS
87 / 120
Avg. Score in
TOEFL
326 / 340
Avg. Score in
GRE
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- College Transcripts - The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: A recommendation letter should include information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, why they are qualified, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- Transcripts: All students may upload unofficial copies of transcripts with the application for review purposes.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Accelerator Operator
- Applications Engineer
- Data Analyst
- Design Engineer
- High School Physics Teacher
- IT Consultant
- Lab Technician
- Laser Engineer
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Chuan Ai Lu Engstrom Memorial Scholarship | Scholarship per student 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
KC Mahindra Scholarship | Scholarship per student 5,542/Yr$5,542 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per student 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeTuition-Fee-Waiver |
Options Available
Program | Delivery Type | Duration | Tuition Fees |
M.S Physics and Biology in Medicine | full time | 2 year | 23687 |
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