Medical Physics

Admission Requirements

• Applicants are required to present evidence of a baccalaureate or graduate degree in physics or in an allied science with a minor in physics from a regionally fully accredited institution. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Particular emphasis is placed on physics and mathematics course performance.
• Official transcripts of degrees must be submitted. These must show evidence of satisfactory course work (grades of B or higher) in calculus (equivalent to Hofstra University\xc2\x92s MATH 071-073), differential equations (equivalent to Hofstra University\xc2\x92s MATH 131), introductory general physics (equivalent to Hofstra University\xc2\x92s PHYS 011A, 011B, 012A, 012B), modern physics (equivalent to Hofstra University\xc2\x92s PHYS 118A), electricity and magnetism (equivalent to Hofstra University\xc2\x92s PHYS 104), and 6 semester hours of additional advanced mathematics or physics courses. Most students with a degree in physics or engineering meet these requirements.
• Two letters of recommendation.
• Standardized test scores. The GRE is not required; however, students may submit GRE scores in support of their applications, including the physics subject test if available. For non-native speakers of English, a TOEFL test may be required unless waived by the program directors, after having received evidence of English-language proficiency.
• A statement of purpose that summarizes the candidate\xc2\x92s background and rationale for applying to the program.
• A phone interview and an optional on-site interview, scheduled at the request of the student or the program director.
• A curriculum vitae for students who have prior work experience. The following qualifications strongly support a student\xc2\x92s candidacy for admission and will be taken into account:

1. Potential for analytical and critical thinking, laboratory and clinical work, and personal growth;
2. Prior exposure to clinical medical physics or clinical medicine \xc2\x97 for example as a volunteer;
3. Prior research experience; and
4. Skill in a major second language in the United States, such as Spanish.