AAMU Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA) in Laser Optics and Materials
Funded research assistantship at the AAMU Center for Irradiation of Materials supporting doctoral and master's researchers developing optical crystals and radiation-hardened electronics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.2 or graduate GPA of 3.5 in physics or electrical engineering
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional / recommended for funding evaluation
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of interest in semiconductor spectroscopy or crystal growth
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters from science faculty
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full tuition waiver plus $22,000 USD annual living stipend
- Application fee
- $45 USD ($70 international)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $0 USD (100% tuition covered by assistantship award)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027 (Fall 2027 consideration priority)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Alabama A&M University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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