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    Physics

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    Baltimore, USMSOnline3 years
    STEM-OPT
    $54,550.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    10
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Physics at Johns Hopkins University is a 10-credit, 3-year, online MS program based in Baltimore, US. Tuition is $54,550 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Covers topics including mathematical methods, electromagnetics, quantum mechanics, optics, materials science, astrophysics, and condensed matter physics. Focuses on applying physics principles to engineering problems in areas such as fiber optics, photonics, and space science.

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    US News #13 Physics

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min submission of General GRE and Physics GRE scores is optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Johns Hopkins prefers a minimum score of 600 (paper-based) or 250 (computer-based) or 100 (Internet-based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min TOEFL or IELTS for international students

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $21,000.00
    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 Physics at Johns Hopkins University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Physics at Johns Hopkins University is $54,550 across 10 required credits.
    Is Physics at Johns Hopkins University online or in-person?
    Physics at Johns Hopkins University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Physics at Johns Hopkins University take to complete?
    Physics at Johns Hopkins University is structured around 3 years and 10 credits.
    What GPA is required for Physics at Johns Hopkins University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    Is Physics at Johns Hopkins University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Physics at Johns Hopkins University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.