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Quantum, Nano and Optoelectronics

University of Southern California (USC)

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Funding
Fully Funded
Deadline
12/1/2026
Tuition
Waived
Duration
5 years

Research Areas

Program Overview

  • Program type: PhD
  • Study mode: Full-time
  • Duration: 5–6 years (60–72 months)
  • Intake size: 1–2 students
  • Funding: Fully funded (via a combination of RA/TA support, internal scholarships, external scholarships, and/or tuition waivers)

Research Areas

  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics
  • Quantum Information Science
  • Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
  • Nanoelectronics
  • Microelectromechanical Systems
  • Integrated Circuits and Systems
  • Photonics and Quantum Electronics

Eligibility

  • Academic background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related major (computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, materials, bioengineering, biomedical engineering, etc.)
  • GPA (Bachelor’s): ≥ 3.6
  • GPA (Master’s): ≥ 3.8
  • English proficiency: TOEFL 100 (each section ≥ 20) or IELTS 7 (each section ≥ 6)
  • English waiver: US Bachelor’s degree, or Master’s degree from an English-taught country (waiver possible)
  • Letters of recommendation: 3 academic letters
  • Preferred: Strong research experience

Application Windows

  • Deadline: TBD
  • Rolling admissions: TBD

Timeline (Fall cycle)

  • Now–early October: Submit English CV and related materials for preliminary evaluation
  • October: Shortlisted applicants interview with potential supervisor
  • Before early December: After passing interview, submit official application materials via the official website
  • December–January (next year): Finalists interviewed by the school admissions committee
  • February–March (next year): Receive admission offer

Source URL

  • TBD

Notes

  • Application materials:
    • CV (max 2 pages)
    • Personal and research statement (max 3 pages)
    • Official transcripts
    • English test score report
    • 3 recommendation letters
    • Optional: additional materials such as published papers

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