QS Rank:
89
Pennsylvania State University
Pennsylvania
,United States
Program Rank
89
Program Name
PhD in Physics
Deadline
January 15th, 2026
Overview
Total Tuition Fees
$1,73,160
Duration
48 Months
Median Salary
$1,10,000
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
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
83%
Job Placement
45%
Prospective Job Roles
Product Manager
Mathematician
Research Scientist
Manager
Physics Researcher
Physics Teacher
Astrophysicist
Engineering Physicist
Quantum Physicist
Gastroenterologist
Nuclear Physicist
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Consultant
Analyst
Applied Physicist
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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Transcript
Statement of Purpose
General LOR
Professional 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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