Program Overview

Program Overview

The Ph.D. in Physics - Radiological Sciences option is a nationally recognized program that produces graduates who make exceptional contributions to the health physics and radiation safety community.

Program Details

Our ABET-accredited program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in radiation protection, preparing them for rewarding careers in hospitals, universities, industries, clean energy production facilities, regulatory agencies, and national laboratories across the country.

Career Opportunities

• Health Physics graduates have established successful careers in the field of radiation protection
  • Working in hospitals
  • Working in universities
  • Working in industries
  • Working in clean energy production facilities
  • Working in regulatory agencies
  • Working in national laboratories

Tuition and Fees

• The tuition and fees for the program are $16,000 per year

Starting Salaries

• Ph.D. starting annual salaries range from $60,000 to $130,000

Scholarships and Endowments

• The program awards $30,000 per year in Health Physics scholarships
• Paid experiential learning opportunities are available in our labs, Radiation Safety Office, and with external partners
• Collaboration with all National Labs provides countless opportunities for students

Research and Collaboration

• The program offers opportunities for research and collaboration with national laboratories and external partners
• Students can engage in paid experiential learning and internships to gain practical experience in the field