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    MS in Physics

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    Philadelphia, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $43,980.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    45
    Credits
    $65.00
    App fee

    MS in Physics at Drexel University is a 45-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Philadelphia, US. Tuition is $43,980 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Provides advanced training in core areas of physics including mathematical physics, dynamics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, and statistical mechanics, plus topics courses in areas like astrophysics, biophysics, and nanoscience. Offers tracks with or without a master's thesis.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    May 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    May 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min General GRE scores are not required. The GRE physics exam is recommended but not required. No minimum score is used in evaluations.
    V 150 · Q 150
    TOEFL
    required
    Min minimum score 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min The minimum IELTS band score is 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $18,096.00
    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 MS in Physics at Drexel University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MS in Physics at Drexel University is $43,980 across 45 required credits.
    Is MS in Physics at Drexel University online or in-person?
    MS in Physics at Drexel University is offered in-person.
    How long does MS in Physics at Drexel University take to complete?
    MS in Physics at Drexel University is structured around 2 years and 45 credits.
    What GPA is required for MS in Physics at Drexel University?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (B) for the last two years of undergraduate work
    Is MS in Physics at Drexel University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - MS in Physics at Drexel University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.