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    Engineering Physics

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    New York, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $129,600.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    25.2%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Engineering Physics at Columbia University in the City of New York is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in New York, US. Tuition is $129,600 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Program emphasizes continued work in basic physics with options in applied physics specialties including plasma physics, laser physics, and solid-state physics. Requires core courses in areas such as quantum physics, optics, and electrodynamics, plus electives.

    Focus: coursework
    QS World University Rankings by Subject (Physics and Astronomy): 23

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required for the 2026 admission cycle.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min No minimum score published; required for non-native English speakers from non-English official language countries
    IELTS
    required
    Min No minimum score published; accepted as English proficiency test

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $27,748.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Engineering Physics at Columbia University in the City of New York cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Engineering Physics at Columbia University in the City of New York is $129,600 across 30 required credits.
    Is Engineering Physics at Columbia University in the City of New York online or in-person?
    Engineering Physics at Columbia University in the City of New York is offered in-person.
    How long does Engineering Physics at Columbia University in the City of New York take to complete?
    Engineering Physics at Columbia University in the City of New York is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    Is Engineering Physics at Columbia University in the City of New York STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Engineering Physics at Columbia University in the City of New York is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Engineering Physics at Columbia University in the City of New York?
    Engineering Physics at Columbia University in the City of New York reports an acceptance rate of approximately 25.2%.