TOEFL For applicants whose first language is not English, we require a TOEFL score of at least 550 on the paper-based test (PBT) or 213 on the computer-based test (CBT) or 79 on the internet-based test (iBT).If you have received a degree from a U.S. institution within three years of the time of enrollment, a TOEFL score is not necessary. IELTS iELTS score of at least 6.5; these scores need to be less than two years old at the time of enrollment. GRE The minimum requirements for admission include a combined verbal plus quantitative score of at least 300 on the general GRE (1000 on the prior scoring system); this GRE score must be less than five years old at the time of enrollment.

PS We will evaluate your statement of purpose very carefully. Your statement of purpose should clearly describe how an advanced degree in physics or astronomy relates to your career goals. Please state if you have a clear preference for a particular area of research and whether your inclinations are more theoretical, experimental, or observational. If you are considering a range of possible research areas, please describe them. CV Resume or CV is required. Fee The application fee is $65 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents and $80 for international students. Please note that application fees are non-refundable. RL Three letters of recommendation (which can be uploaded electronically by the letter writers) Transcript Transcripts from all universities attended previously