Thank you for your interest in the Master of Natural Science (M.N.S.) degree program at Arizona State University. This program is aimed primarily at in-service science teachers seeking to enhance their career through interdisciplinary graduate training in physics, physical science, physics education, or related sciences.

The major is Natural Science and the student is expected to emphasize course work in two or more areas of concentration (e.g. chemistry and physics). The program must be interdisciplinary.

This set of courses is open to high school teachers who have completed two semesters of college physics and an introductory calculus course. If necessary, teachers can make up deficiencies in regularly scheduled courses.

A total of 30 graduate credit hours are required – 15 credit hours from Teaching Methods courses and 15 credit hours from Integrated Science courses as shown in the Program of Study and Program Options.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should meet the following admission criteria:

• A bachelor’s degree in physics, chemistry or a related field from a regionally-accredited institution.
• An official ASU online graduate application.
• Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work.
• A Statement of Purpose outlining your research interests and why you want to apply to the MNS program.
• Two letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the applicant’s work and/or studies relevant to the MNS program.
• GRE scores are required (GRE Physics subject scores are not required).
• TOEFL (or equivalent) score for non-native English speakers will be required.
• Students must meet all Graduate College admission criteria.

If you would like further information about the MNS program, please contact Robert Culbertson, Jane Jackson, or Karen Burrington.

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