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    Medical Physics, MS

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    Madison, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $27,894.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    29%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    25
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $81.00
    App fee

    Medical Physics, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Madison, US. Tuition is $27,894 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Non-thesis master's program following CAMPEP-accredited coursework in medical physics, focusing on preparation for board certification as a clinical medical physicist. Covers physics and engineering of diagnostic and therapeutic systems including imaging and radiation therapy.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Refer to the Graduate School: Minimum Requirements for Admission policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-1241. Minimum TOEFL requirement: 92 for tests taken before January 21, 2026; 5.0 for tests taken on and after January 21, 2026 (Graduate School minimums; program refers to these)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Refer to Graduate School minimums: IELTS 7.0; IELTS Indicator 7.0 (no program-specific)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $15,000.00
    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 Medical Physics, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Medical Physics, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $27,894 across 30 required credits.
    Is Medical Physics, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison online or in-person?
    Medical Physics, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is offered in-person.
    How long does Medical Physics, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison take to complete?
    Medical Physics, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    Is Medical Physics, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Medical Physics, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Medical Physics, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Medical Physics, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison reports an acceptance rate of approximately 29%.