University of Chicago Fully Funded PhD Program in Physics
PhD @University of Chicago posted 4 weeks agoJob Description
University of Chicago offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Physics through its Department of Physics. This program provides comprehensive financial support to all admitted doctoral students, ensuring they can focus on their academic and research pursuits.
Program Overview
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Degree: Ph.D. in Physics
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Institution: University of Chicago
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Department: Department of Physics
The Ph.D. program offers rigorous training in various areas of experimental and theoretical physics. Students engage in interdisciplinary research and benefit from the university’s strong emphasis on empirical and theoretical analysis.
Funding Package
All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:
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Tuition and Fees: Full coverage.
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Stipend: An annual stipend of $45,000 for the 2024–2025 academic year.
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Health Insurance: Coverage for student-only premiums under the university’s student health insurance plan.
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Graduate Student Services Fee: Covered.
Additionally, students may be eligible for departmental fellowships, such as the Nambu Fellowship, which provides a stipend equal to the maximum Research Assistant stipend plus a Parker Fellowship and comes with an annual $10,000 research fund. Other fellowships include the McCormick Fellowship and the Parker Fellowship, each offering various forms of financial support and research funding.
Admission Requirements
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Academic Background: A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution.
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Application Materials:
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Statement of purpose detailing research interests and career goals.
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Three letters of recommendation.
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Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
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Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
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Writing sample demonstrating research capabilities.
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GRE scores are optional.
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TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers.
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