Applying
Admission to the program is highly competitive. Successful applicants generally present strong undergraduate training, with concentrations in mathematics, physics, or engineering, and high scores on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE), both on the GRE General Test and the GRE Subject Test in physics. Students accepted to the program are normally offered research assistantships, which include tuition expenses and a generous stipend. Prospective students are encouraged, however, to apply for any outside fellowships for which they may qualify.
Application Requirements
All applicants must complete a web-based application. The application fee is $90. When applying, select "Program in Plasma Physics" in the "Department Choices" section. The deadline for submitting an application is December 15th. A completed application includes:
- One transcript from every college or university from which you have earned, or expect to earn, a degree must be uploaded with your electronic application in the space provided.
- Three electronic letters of recommendation written in English are required from faculty members or others well-acquainted with your academic work.
- Valid GRE General Test and GRE Physics Subject Test scores submitted from Educational Testing Service (ETS). Princeton University's institution code is 2672. Department codes are not used at Princeton and are not required by ETS.
- A statement of purpose and a resume/curriculum vitae.
Additional Information
For more information about applying to the Program in Plasma Physics, you can:
- View admission process information at the Graduate School Office website.
- Contact Barbara Sarfaty, the graduate program administrator.