QS Rank:
89
Pennsylvania State University
Pennsylvania
,United States
Program Rank
12
Program Name
PhD in Nuclear Engineering
Overview
Total Tuition Fees
$1,29,798
Duration
36 Months
Median Salary
$1,10,000
Ranking
#80
US World and News Report
#89
QS World University Rankings
Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Intake
Spring ( Apr - June )
Class Profile
Class Size
25
Average Age
28
Average Work Experience
2 Years
Diversity
International:
5%Others:
5%New Jersey:
15%New York:
10%Pennsylvania:
65%Career Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year
Graduation Rate
85%
Job Placement
85%
Prospective Job Roles
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Nuclear Engineering Technician
Nuclear Engineer
Nuclear Safety Engineer
Nuclear Power Plant Operator
Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Inspector
Nuclear Physicist
Nuclear Chemist
Nuclear Materials Engineer
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
TOEFL
80
IELTS
6.5
Standardised Test Score
GRE
Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.
Application Fee: 0
Transcript
Statement of Purpose
Academic LOR
Professional LOR
Resume
Passport
IELTS
Application Deadlines
| Priority | Regular | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Nov 29, 2025 | Dec 15, 2025 |
| Spring | N/A | Oct 15, 2025 |
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
$43,266 / year
Overall Cost
$58,266 / year
FAQs
- Many doctoral students choose to obtain a master of science degree on the way to getting a Ph.D. They do so by fulfilling the master of science degree requirements.
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