Physics: Quantum Computing MS
Master of Science in Physics
Is this program right for you?
Governments and private companies around the world are increasingly investing in the promising technology of quantum computing. UW–Madison’s Master of Science in Physics: Quantum Computing is the first graduate degree of its kind in the US and the premier training ground for students to evaluate, synthesize, and solve current challenges in the physics of quantum computing.
- Our accelerated program gives you hands on experience in quantum computing and networking, quantum sensing, and quantum materials through research opportunities with our Wisconsin Quantum Institute faculty
- Intensive face-to-face coursework and laboratory training research provides you with the background quantum theory and its application to quantum computing technology
- The Department of Physics has deep connections with industry and is part of a large Midwest-based Quantum Ecosystem that is rapidly expanding
Education that works for you
Gain advanced conceptual, mathematical, and experimental knowledge of quantum computing to promote the development of this future technology with UW–Madison’s Master of Science in Physics: Quantum Computing.
Program type
Master’s degree
Degree awarded
Master of Science in Physics
Commitment
1 year
Tuition
$1,600 per credit
Format
Accelerated
Face-to-face
Credits
30 graduate credits
Admission terms
Program only admits for fall term
Offered by
Department of Physics
STEM opt eligible
Yes
Supports F-1 Visa
Yes
Application deadlines
Fall 2026
- Deadline: March 15, 2026
Fall 2027
- Deadline: March 15, 2027
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Physics: Quantum Computing MS
$117,600
Median salary in 2021. Source: Lightcast™ 2022.
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Top industries
7.7%
Projected growth from 2020-2030. Sources: Hughes, C., Finke, D., German, D. A., Merzbacher, C., Vora, P. M., & Lewandowski, H. J. (2022). Assessing the needs of the quantum industry. IEEE Transactions on Education. Dargan, J. 2022 . Top 8 quantum computing jobs and careers in 2022. The Quantum Insider.
What you’ll learn
Master the physics behind quantum computing with the Physics: Quantum Computing MS program. You’ll be prepared for this rapidly evolving field by studying a combination of core physics and cutting-edge topics like quantum algorithms.
- Quantum computing
- Quantum algorithms
- Quantum hardware
- Quantum materials
- Quantum sensing
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