Program Overview
Master of Science in Optical Sciences (Master's)
Coursework Location(s)
- Main/Tucson
- Online - Arizona Online
Areas of Interest
- Biological & Biomedical Science
- Computer & Information Science
- Engineering & Technology
- Mathematics, Statistics & Data Science
- Physical & Space Sciences
Minimum Credit Units
- 32 Units
Required units may vary depending on the degree and/or minors pursued. Prospective students should familiarize themselves with the policies for the particular degrees in which they are interested.
Overview
The Wyant College of Optical Sciences is one of the premier educational and research institutions in optics and photonics worldwide. Its flexible Master of Science program accommodates many paths: career-oriented students, professionals employed in the optics field, and students interested in pursuing a Ph.D. The college offers more than 80 grad-level courses, each taught by industry-leading faculty whose research spans everything from medical technologies to space exploration. Full-time students typically complete a master's in 2.5 years. If you are earning a Bachelor of Science in Optical Sciences and Engineering, a five-year Accelerated Master's program is available to simultaneously obtain your M.S. degree.
Accelerated Master’s Programs
- Available
Accelerated Master’s Programs (AMPs) are intended for exceptional UArizona undergraduate students seeking to begin a master’s degree while completing their bachelor’s degree. Students earn both degrees in as few as 5 years. Connect with your academic advisor for more information.
Degrees Offered
- Online
- Optomechanical Engineering Emphasis
- Quantum Information Science and Engineering Emphasis
Graduate College Admissions Requirements
Minimum graduate admissions requirements* for Master’s and Doctoral degree seeking:
- An awarded four-year undergraduate bachelor degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable international degree recognized by the home country Ministry of Education. (For international students see Minimum International Degree Requirements.)
- Proof of English proficiency is required for international applicants who hold citizenship from a country where English is not the official language. (View our English Requirement list to verify your need to submit an English proficiency test.)
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher based on a 4.0 scale for Degree seeking applicants.
*Individual programs may have additional requirements, such as a higher minimum GPA or test scores, please verify requirements with your program of interest. Applicants will also be required to submit a statement of purpose and at least one letter of recommendation.
Program Statistics*
Program-level
- Application Accept. Rate: 78.95%
- Avg. Time-to-degree: 2.7314 Years
Department-level
- Enrollment % Male: 84.78%
- Enrollment % Female: 15.22%
- Enrollment % International: 17.39%
- Enrollment % Under Rep. Minorities: 14.13%
*All application, admission, and enrollment data are calculated in the fall of each academic year.
Average Time to Degree is a calculation showing the average time it took students in the program to complete their degree from the point of entry. This number is based on data from the previous 5 years.
Underrepresented Minorities (URM) includes domestic students of ethnic groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education: African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, and Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders.
Department / Academic Unit
James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences
Degree
Master of Science
University of Arizona
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