Master of Science [M.S] (Optics and Photonics Technology)
Field of Study:
$33,372 /Yr
The following program of study meets the Department of Physics requirements and is suggested for students coming from a physics background or students wishing to earn additional physics hours while completing the optics courses.
The OPT (PH) degree program is thesis based and comprises a minimum of 27 hours of coursework plus a minimum of 6 hours of thesis research.
The OPT (PH) program meets the Department of Physics requirements and is suggested for students coming from a physics background or students wishing to earn additional physics hours while completing the optics courses.
The curriculum has been designed such that little or no prior graduate work in physics is required. The OPT degree program does not prepare the student for taking the Physics Comprehensive Exam or the OSE Preliminary Exam for entrance into either Ph.D. program.
Requirements for students seeking the OPT degree through the Electrical Engineering department, the OPT (EE), may be significantly different from those given here.
Important Alert
- Application Deadline For Fall 2026 intake - Aug 1, 2026
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $33372 |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room and Board | $10538 |
| Health Insurance | $2314 |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $25638 |
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For Summer 2026 intake | |
| Application Deadline For Fall 2026 intake | Aug 1, 2026 |
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