The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Rochester invites applications for graduate study in the department's research areas in theoretical and experimental aspects of Astrophysics, Biological and Medical Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Elementary Particle Physics, Nuclear Physics, Quantum Optics and Laser, and Plasma Physics. In addition to research, teaching plays an important role in our Ph.D. program, and two semesters as a teaching assistant is normally required of all Ph.D. students. Because of our selectivity, these fellowships are awarded each year to a majority of outstanding domestic graduate students.
Fellows receive the awards for a minimum of three years.
Provost and University Fellowships provide an additional source of support from the Provost's office for applicants who enhance the diversity of the graduate program. Fellowships are for one or two years. Several are awarded each year in the department. Students should apply for admission to the Graduate Program in Physics and Astronomy, and their applications will automatically be considered for all fellowships for which they are eligible.