OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Applied Physics and Optics Research Assistantship
Funded doctoral fellowship conducting cutting-edge experimental research in optical sensors, non-linear optics, crystal growth, and space radiation physics partnered with NASA Marshall Space Flight Center.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master of Science in Physics, Applied Physics, or Electrical Engineering with graduate GPA of 3.2/4.0.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS Academic 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 80.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE General Test scores required (GRE Physics subject test strongly recommended).
- Thesis / Research statement
- Detailed research statement outlining prior laboratory work in laser optics, materials physics, or astrophysics.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters from physics faculty verifying experimental acumen.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full funding: 100% tuition remission plus USD $24,000 annual graduate research stipend
- Application fee
- USD $45 graduate admissions fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Zero tuition charged to funded graduate research assistants
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- 01 March 2027 (Fall Doctoral Cohort)
- 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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