Optical Sciences (MS) - Accelerated Master's Program at The University of Arizona Global

The Optical Sciences (MS) - Accelerated Master's Program is a Master degree offered by The University of Arizona Global on the University of Arizona - Main - Tucson campus in United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 2 years to complete. Students study at the University of Arizona - Main - Tucson campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 22, 2027.

About Optical Sciences (MS) - Accelerated Master's Program

The Accelerated Master's Program (AMP) in Optical Sciences is designed for current exceptional Bachelor of Science in Optical Sciences and Engineering (BSOSE) students planning to continue their studies and research in the Wyant College of Optical Sciences' graduate M.S. program. In as few as five years, a student can complete both the Bachelor of Science in Optical Sciences and Engineering (B.S. OSE) and the Master of Science in Optical Sciences degrees. This program is not open to students who have completed a bachelor's degree or an advanced degree from another institution. The AMP is designed to be a terminal Master's degree, which means a student's educational program is typically done at the completion of their M.S. studies.

A number of employers in the optics industry seek students with M.S. degrees in optics from the Wyant College of Optical Sciences. The AMP degree does such in one additional year by using the already extensive optics knowledge students have obtained as a B.S. OSE student. It provides outstanding students with additional training and experience for extended job opportunities, potential leadership positions upon graduation, experience in advanced laboratories, and opportunities in state-of-the-art research.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Optical Sciences (MS) - Accelerated Master's Program at The University of Arizona Global

Entry Requirements

Admissions Requirements

Have declared Optical Sciences and Engineering as a major at UA
Complete Pre-Application with College of Optical Sciences
Completion of at least 12 earned undergraduate credits with 3.5 GPA in Optical Sciences (OPTI) courses at the University of Arizona's main campus and a minimum cumulative UA GPA of 3.5 for all undergraduate coursework.
Completion of a minimum of 75 undergraduate credit hours is required at the time of pre-application; a minimum of 90 undergraduate credit hours is required at the time of entry into the AMP. If the student's GPA falls below 3.5 upon completion of 90 units, the student is not admitted into the program. Courses taken for Audit are not included in the total number of units counted for eligibility or admission.
Two or more letters of recommendation
Statement of Purpose
Updated CV
Unofficial transcripts at the time of application/official transcripts if admitted

Please visit the Accelerated Masters Program in Optical Sciences webpage for more information.

Standardized Tests

Applicants are not required to take the GRE for admission to the AMP. However, the GRE is sometimes required for external fellowship or scholarship applications.

Funding Opportunities

AMP students have the opportunity to apply to open Research Assistantships and Teaching Assistantships during the final year in the program. No funding is guaranteed for M.S. students. Please note that RA and TA positions are competitive and limited. M.S. students may also apply for optics scholarships for which they qualify.

For more information on tuition, funding, and scholarships, please visit our website: http://www.optics.arizona.edu/academics/funding

Admissions Deadlines

Domestic Applicants:

Fall:
- Pre-Application: May 15th of junior year in B.S. in OSE program
- Formal Graduate College Application: June 15th of junior year in B.S. in OSE pprogram (if student successfully completes the Pre-Application)

International Applicants:

Fall:
- Pre-Application: May 15th of junior year in B.S. in OSE program
- Formal Graduate College Application: June 15th of junior year in B.S. in OSE pprogram (if student successfully completes the Pre-Application)

International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information

The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

English Requirements

PTEMin 60
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 79

English Program Requirements

International applicants whose primary language is not English, or who attended school in a non-English speaking country, regardless of citizenship, must prove English proficiency. To determine whether you need to submit proof of English proficiency

Tuition and Fee Information for Optical Sciences (MS) - Accelerated Master's Program at The University of Arizona Global

Application Fee 85

How to Apply for Optical Sciences (MS) - Accelerated Master's Program at The University of Arizona Global

International applicants to Arizona Online campus, Global Direct campus, or a Global Microcampus should choose the Distance Learner (DL) visa type in their Application Profile.
International applicants to the Main campus must currently hold a US visa that permits incidental study.
Please verify your visa eligibility with International Student Services before applying. The application fee is non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa status is not eligible.
Applicants must meet all Graduate College minimum admission requirements, including English proficiency.
Applicants should be prepared to submit copies of their visa documents, additional transcripts, or degree documentation if requested.
University of Arizona regulations require that all international students on non-immigrant visas carry the University of Arizona student health insurance plan.

Optical Sciences (MS) - Accelerated Master's Program at The University of Arizona Global

The University of Arizona Global

United States of America, Tucson