About the Program
Georgetown’s graduate physics programs offer rigorous training in experimental and theoretical physics with opportunities to work with internationally recognized research groups.
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Program Contact: Amy Gould – ah1472@georgetown.edu
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Degrees Offered
- M.S.
- Ph.D.
Admissions Requirements
For general graduate admissions requirements, visit the Office of Graduate Admission’s Application Information page. Review the program’s website for additional information on program application requirements.
Application Materials required:
- Application Form
- Non-Refundable Application Fee
- Academic Statement of Purpose
- Optional: Statement on Diversity, Personal Background & Contributions
- Letters of Recommendation (3)
- Transcripts – Applicants are required to upload to the application system copies of official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended. Visit the Office of Graduate Admission’s Application Information page for additional details and FAQs.
- Resume/CV
- TOEFL/IELTS (if applicable)
- TOEFL = 100 minimum (original TOEFL iBT score scale) or 5 (new TOEFL iBT score scale beginning Jan. 21, 2026)
- IELTS = 7.5 minimum
Application Deadlines
- Fall: January 15
Degree Requirements
The master’s degree requires 37 credits (non-thesis track) or 31 credits (thesis track) of graduate courses in physics and related fields.
The Ph.D. program requires at least 34 credits of graduate coursework in physics and related fields. Students in the Industrial Leadership in Physics program choose business electives and additionally participate in a year-long apprenticeship at the site of an industrial partner chosen to match the interests of the student.
All Ph.D. students must pass the Comprehensive and Qualifying Exams and successfully complete and defend a dissertation.