OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nuclear Science and Engineering
Elite doctoral program conducted in partnership with Idaho National Laboratory, focusing on small modular reactors, nuclear materials under irradiation, and reactor kinetics.
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. or M.S. in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or Mechanical Engineering with min. 3.2 GPA
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 80
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE General scores evaluated
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of purpose detailing nuclear research goals
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation from engineering faculty
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full graduate research assistantships providing full tuition waiver and $28,000 annual living stipend
- Application fee
- $65
- Tuition / joining costs
- $0 (Fully sponsored doctoral research)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 31, 2027 (INL Fellowship Priority)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Idaho State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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