Key information
Duration: Full-time, 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines: Starting August 2027 — Apply before Dec 2026
Language: English
Credits: 60 SCH — A minimum of 90 credit hours of approved coursework beyond the bachelor's degree and a minimum of 60 hours beyond a master's degree.
Delivered: On Campus
Campus Location: Houston, United States
Disciplines: Physics
Overview
Why Applied Physics at Rice University?
Modern research is fundamentally transdisciplinary: it cuts across science and technology and does not consider boundaries between traditional topics. Students trained in physics are in high demand across different disciplines in science and engineering, and a physicist's training adds an effective point of view to a wide variety of scientific endeavors.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Classical Dynamics
- Computational Physics
- Quantum Mechanics
- Statistical Physics
- Nanostructure and Nanotechnology
- Methods of Experimental Physics
- Physics of Quarks and Leptons
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 115
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements — General requirements
- Application Form & Fee
- Transcripts
- Official Test Scores
- English Language Proficiency (International applicants only)
- Statement of Purpose
- Writing Sample
- Recommendation Letters
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 89,699 AUD / year (≈ 62,474 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 89,699 AUD / year (≈ 62,474 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 89,699 AUD / year (≈ 62,474 USD / year)
Living costs — Houston, United States
1,532–2,800 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
PhD scholarship opportunities are available for Applied Physics.