QS Rank:
34
Columbia University
New York
,United States
Program Name
Master of Science in Medical Physics
Deadline
February 15th, 2025
Overview
View Official pageThe Master of Medical Physics is a rigorous course that provides in-depth study in the field of Medical Physics. The MS in Medical Physics from Columbia University is consistently ranked among the top programs in the world. International students choose this program because of its high graduate employability rate. Columbia University offers exceptional educational quality, cutting-edge practical training, and ample employment opportunities to its international students. After completing their MS in Medical Physics from Columbia University, students will be prepared to conduct extensive research in the field. The interactive curriculum, extensive research opportunities, and outstanding teaching faculty at Columbia University provide students with a life-changing learning experience. A Master of Science degree will help students become creative and independent researchers. Overall, an MS in Medical Physics from Columbia University is a great choice for students who want to study the field in depth. Why Study Medical Physics at Columbia University? * A popular choice for international students with a diverse community * Learn from the best faculty members and become their research assistants * State-of-the-art labs to facilitate research work * Excellent placement programs after course completion
Total Tuition Fees
$1,40,000
Duration
24 Months
Median Salary
$1,10,000
Ranking
#18
US World and News Report
#11
The World University Rankings
#34
QS World University Rankings
Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Class Profile
Class Size
35
Average Age
28
Average Work Experience
3 Years
Language Test Scores
Minimum Score
6.5 / 9
Minimum Score
68 / 90
Minimum Score
99 / 120
Minimum Score
134 / 160
Diversity
California:
20%Florida:
5%Illinois:
4%Texas:
10%New York:
30%Others:
31%Admissions
Application Deadlines
Fall
Round | Deadline | Decision |
---|---|---|
Priority 1 | Feb 15 | NA |
Space Available | June 30 | NA |
Application Requirements
What Really Matters When Applying
Passport
Required
Statement of Purpose
Required
Resume
Required
IELTS
Required
Class 12 Marksheets
Required
Academic LOR
Required
Transcript
Required
Class 10 Marksheets
Required
Professional LOR
Required
Professional LOR
Required
Application Fee
120
Career Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year
Graduation Rate
95%
Prospective Job Roles
Medical Assistant
Medical Engineer
Medical Interpreter
Biomedical Scientist
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Medical Examiner
Medical Writer
Medical Safety Officer
Medical Statistician
Medical Physicist
Medical Director
Medical Imaging Physicist
Medical Educator
Medical Records Clerk
Senior Medical Education Research Fellow
Physicist
Biophysicist
Radiological Health Physicist
Top recruiters
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
$70,000 / year
Overall Cost
$85,000 / year
FAQs
As a rule, assistantships, grants, scholarships, and fellowships are not available to students in master's degree programs, including the medical physics program. That said, Columbia’s Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing seeks to ensure that all academically qualified students have enough financial support to enable them to work toward their degree. Part-time employment is one form of support. Each year a second year student is invited by the medical physics faculty to serve as a grader and/or recitation leader for select first-year courses. Second year students may also be hired by individual instructors to assist with on-going research. In addition, there are part-time employment opportunities (non-work study positions) available at the University, although part-time work that provides some experience in medical physics is usually difficult to find. Of necessity, students who accept full-time positions on- or off-campus drop down to part-time student status. International students may work on campus up to 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time during vacations. If you are a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident you may be eligible to receive Federal Student Loans. In order to determine your eligibility, you must file a Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA). You may complete the application online by visiting www.fafsa.ed.gov; for a paper copy, contact the Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing. International students can apply for private student loans with a cosigner who is a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident. For further information regarding loan and payment options, please contact the Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing by telephone at 212-854-3711, by email at [email protected], or by mail at Columbia University Office of Financial Aid, 407 Lerner Hall, MC 2802, New York, NY 10027.
GRE: While the GRE general test is not required for admission to the MS Program, a good score on the physics subject test can help your application and is recommended. We are looking for GRE quantitative scores at 159 (750 previous scoring system) and above. Columbia’s GRE institutional code is 2111; a department code is not needed. GRE scores are valid for five years. GPA: A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. We look at all grades, but more closely at physics and math grades; we are looking for well-prepared applicants with a strong background in physics and math. Language requirement: Applicants who earned their undergraduate degree in a country in which English is not the official and spoken language must take either the TOEFL or the IELTS test. Only one test is required. TOEFL and IELTS scores are valid for two years. For more information, please see: Graduate Engineering: Standardized Test Scores. Because of the critical importance of communication skills for medical physicists, MS degree candidates in the Medical Physics Program must demonstrate proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing, and oral comprehension). The medical physics faculty may make enrollment in English language courses a condition for admission to the Program and/or may subsequently recommend that an admitted student enroll in English language courses based on an assessment of the student’s English language skills in the classroom. Applicants are reminded that to be competitive when they apply for professional positions and/or residencies after graduation, they must be able to demonstrate proficiency in English. Thus, if remediation is needed, applicants will be urged to take steps to improve their English language skills as soon as possible. Other requirements: three letters of recommendation from professors and/or professionals in the field, a personal statement that addresses interests, career goals, preparation, and relevant experience (volunteer and/or paid, clinical and/or research), a resumé or Curriculum Vitae, a non-refundable application fee, and an official provisional transcript. An official transcript showing conferral of the bachelor’s degree is required before matriculation. While an interview is not required for admission, applicants may be contacted by telephone. Deadline: February 15 is the priority deadline for submission of applications and all supporting documents for MS programs for the following Fall term. Applications received by June 30 are considered on a space-available basis. Since admission is competitive, no decisions are made until we receive and review all applications for a given year that are submitted by February 15. This procedure precludes our granting conditional admission in advance. For more information, see: https://gradengineering.columbia.edu/graduate-admissions/application-requiremen
A bachelor's degree (BS or BA) in physics, applied physics, or one of the physical sciences, including physics courses at least equivalent to a minor and mathematics through Ordinary Differential Equations, as well as a working knowledge of computer programming and basic probability and statistics*, is required for admission. In addition, because of possible ABR review requirements, we strongly recommend that applicants have taken at least one biological science course. An applicant who was not an undergraduate physics major or who does not have an advanced degree in physics, must have taken physics training at least equivalent to an undergraduate minor in physics. This training must include at least three upper level physics courses. To be competitive, applicants should have taken physics courses at least through Classical Mechanics, Modern Physics, Atomic Physics, Electricity and Magnetism, and Quantum Mechanics. If these courses are taken after completion of the undergraduate degree, they must be taken at an accredited four-year college. * Statistics: at least one course such as Intro to Probability and Statistics or documented equivalent experience. Computer: at least one course that includes a programming component, or documented equivalent experience.
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