physics.ucmerced.edu
Chih-Chun Chien, Program Chair, cchien5@ucmerced.edu
Linda Hirst, Admissions Chair, lhirst@ucmerced.edu
Jesse Batther, Graduate Student Coordinator, jbatther@ucmerced.edu
The mission of the Physics graduate program at UC Merced is to train the next generation of scientific leaders. Our graduates will be well prepared to conduct and communicate independent and original research advancing fundamental understanding of the world around us and using physics to solve important problems in society. Our program is highly interdisciplinary and collaborative, with faculty working in established research areas such as condensed matter, quantum information, atomic, molecular and optical (AMO) physics, astrophysics, as well as emerging areas such as soft matter and biological physics, renewable energy, and nanoscience. Students work closely with their faculty committee to tailor their individualized program of study leading to the degree.
The deadline for receipt of applications is January 15. Late applications are considered as space permits. Normally applications are accepted for Fall semester only. The minimum requirement for admission is a bachelor’s degree in physics or a related field of science or engineering with a grade point average of at least 3.0. The GRE general test and the subject test in physics are not required. If the applicant chooses to submit the GRE scores, they will be considered. Admission decisions are based on undergraduate grades, accomplishments in undergraduate research, and letters of recommendation. Students from non-English speaking countries must take the TOEFL exam and are normally interviewed by telephone to evaluate English proficiency.
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