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    Physics (PhD) - Visiting Grad

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    Basic Information

    Degree Information

    Degree Offered:
    CIP Code: 40.0801
    Campus: Seattle

    Admission Requirements and Contact Information




    Contact Information

    Graduate Program Office, Department of Physics
    Program Website
    +1 206-543-2488
    grad@phys.washington.edu

    Requirements and Prerequisites
    None
    GRE Requirements
    GRE Requirement: Not Considered. GRE scores are not required and, if submitted, will not be considered during the admissions decision process.
    Additional Instructions
    Prior to submitting the application, please review information about having Visiting Graduate Status.

    Non-Native English Speaker Information
    Graduate School requirement: English language proficiency (ELP) is required for graduate study at the University of Washington. Therefore, every applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency as outlined in Graduate School Policy 3.2.

    International Student Information
    Applicants who will need a visa should reference the International Applicant Information page. If admitted to the program, international students requesting an F1 or J1 visa will be required to provide financial ability documentation to the UW Graduate School.

    Program Deadlines


    Autumn 2026 - Domestic:
    Open Date: 10/01/2025
    Deadline Date: 12/15/2025

    Autumn 2026 - International:
    Open Date: 10/01/2025
    Deadline Date: 12/15/2025

    Application Materials


    Resume
    Statement of Purpose