PhD in Nuclear Science & Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (United States) · Massachusetts Institute of Technology 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, USA

QS

#1

QS

USNews

#2

USNews

Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a private land-grant research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Established in 1861, MIT has since played a key role in the development of modern technology and science, ranking it among the most prestigious academic institutions in the world.

Founded in response to the increasing industrialization of the United States, MIT adopted a European polytechnic university model and stressed laboratory instruction in applied science and engineering. The institute has an urban campus that extends more than a mile (1.6 km) alongside the Charles River and encompasses a number of major off-campus facilities such as the MIT Lincoln Laboratory, the Bates Center, and the Haystack Observatory, as well as affiliated laboratories such as the Broad and Whitehead Institutes.

Read more

Program Details:

Program Website

Basic Info

Institute

School of Engineering

Degree

PhD

Duration

5-6 years

STEM Designated

Yes

Program

Nuclear Science & Engineering

Expense

Living Expenses

USD 24000

Tuition Fee (Domestic)

USD 62000

Tuition Fee (International)

USD 62000

Eligibility

Minimum/ Avg Score

TOEFL

100

IELTS

7

help icon

Ready to apply? Secure your spot at your dream university with our expert help!

Deadlines:

Deadline Website

Intake Deadline 1

15 Dec, 2025

(August-2026)

Document Required:

  • Degree Certificate

    Common Document

  • Degree Transcript

    Common Document

    Unofficial transcripts are required

  • Letter of Recommendation (LOR)

    University Specific

    3 letters of recommendation you are responsible for notifying and reminding your recommenders about the December 15 deadline. Letters of recommendation are due at the same time as the rest of the application. You may not submit more than 3 letters of recommendation.

  • Resume

    Common Document

    Resume/CV and other relevant experiences

  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)

    University Specific

    A statement of objectives your research goals and description of experiences describing why you are a good candidate for admission

  • Test Score Report

    Common Document

    1) TOEFL/IELTS 2) GRE

FAQs

Connect with Us!

✓ Valid

Invalid number

Similar Programs

Our consultants have helped 25+ students get into this program and similar. Book a call to know what are your admit chances to this program!

Help me Apply