CAMPEP-Approved Medical Physics M.S. Progam
The 36-point Program in Medical Physics, registered with the state of New York, leads to the M.S. degree. It is administered by faculty from the School of Engineering and Applied Science in collaboration with faculty from the College of Physicians and Surgeons and the Mailman School of Public Health. It provides preparation toward certification by the American Board of Radiology.
The Program consists of a core curriculum of medical and nuclear physics courses, anatomy, lab, seminar, and two practicums. Specific course requirements
in the School of Engineering and Applied Science are APPH E4010, APPH E4710, APPH E4011, APPH E4500, APPH E4550, APPH E4600 and APBM E4650, and in the Mailman School of Public Health, EHSC P6330, EHSC P9319, EHSC P9330 and EHSC P9335. Some opportunities for specialization exist. A passing grade on a comprehensive examination is required for graduation. This examination, on subjects covered in the curriculum, is taken at the end of the program of study.
Admission Requirements
B.S. degree or B.A. degree in engineering or one of the physical sciences, physics training at least equivalent to a minor, and general GRE exam scores are required. Proficiency at written and spoken English and a working knowledge of computer programming and probability and statistics are also required. Applicants may be given up to six points of advanced standing for prior equivalent academic work.
Application
Applications are only available online, at the School of Engineering and Applied Science web site.The priority deadline for applications for full-time study is February 15. Applications received by June 30 will be considered on a space-available basis.