Graduate Programs - Physics - 2. Admission - Admittance

Last updated July 16, 2008

Timeline to Admission

1. Applications remain in the Graduate School until all required materials are received.
2. Completed applications are forwarded to the Physics Department for review by the Graduate Studies Committee.
3. Applicants chosen for acceptance are sent letters of acceptance and an offer of financial aid by the Physics Department and the Graduate School.
4. International applicants are sent a "Certification of Finances" form. This form must be submitted to the Graduate School with proof of financial resources.
5. After the Certification form is received, international applicants will be sent I-20 forms, and information about traveling to and living in Houghton.
6. Accepted students are asked to send written confirmation of acceptance or rejection of the offer by a deadline specified in the offer letter.
7. Orientation schedules are mailed to prospective new students during the summer.
8. Orientation and course registration start two weeks before classes begin.
9. The Spoken English Assessment Kit (SPEAK) test will be given to international students during orientation. Physics requires all international students to take the exam.
10. Classes begin in late August!

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View the Online Application: Graduate School (domestic and international)

Academic Calendar

International Services: Newly Admitted Students | Arrival and Orientation Information

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