OpenFieldMaster of Science in Optics and Photonics (CREOL)
World-leading graduate program at CREOL, The College of Optics and Photonics, covering laser engineering, fiber-optic telecom, quantum optics, nanophotonics, and optical materials.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- B.S. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or related field with minimum 3.2 GPA
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 89
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE General test recommended (Quantitative 158+)
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of Purpose detailing photonics laboratory interests
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Graduate research and teaching assistantships available ($22,000 stipend + tuition waiver)
- Application fee
- $31 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $8,800 in-state / $28,650 out-of-state per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Central Florida documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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