Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 72 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting September 2027, Apply before Dec 2026
Overview
Education
Students from the Physics program at Northwestern University first acquire a strong theoretical background in quantum mechanics, statistical physics, electrodynamics, and classical mechanics.
Department is particularly strong in multi-disciplinary research, with joint faculty in materials science, chemistry, and electrical engineering. Theoretical research in many fields is carried out with the aid of parallel supercomputers on campus and at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications in Champaign, Illinois. We also have strong ties to the Argonne National Laboratory, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, and ground-based observational facilities around the nation.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Classical Mechanics
- Quantum Mechanics
- Electrodynamics
- Statistical Mechanics
- Methods of Theoretical Physics
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 57
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- Admitted students must hold a U.S. bachelor’s degree — or an equivalent non-U.S. degree — from a regionally accredited institution.
- TGS will accept applications from international students with 3-year bachelor's degrees.
- You may be considered for admission before you finish your undergraduate degree, but you must complete that degree before you enroll at Northwestern.
In general, to apply to The Graduate School (TGS), you will be required to:
- Submit an application online.
- Pay an online application fee by credit card.
- Submit your Statement of Purpose.
- Upload your transcript or academic record.
- Submit your test scores (if required by your admitting program).
- Upload two to three Letters of Recommendation.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 13,182 AUD / year (≈ 9,344 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 13,182 AUD / year (≈ 9,344 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 13,182 AUD / year (≈ 9,344 USD / year)
Living costs
Evanston, United States: 1,552-2,116 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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