Overview

Medical Physics from Creighton University will prepare you for a career in medical and health physics, radiobiology, radiological physics and radiation dosimetry, nuclear physics and instrumentation, nuclear medicine or medical imaging.

Key facts

Through coursework grounded in medical imaging, radiation therapy, dosimetry, nuclear physics, and clinical rotations, this master’s program can serve as the starting point for pursuit of a doctoral degree.

Whether it’s preparing a treatment plan or researching the next generation of medical instruments, this program is perfect for students who aspire to make a positive impact in healthcare. This program will enhance your education in medical physics and help prepare you for the first part of the American Board of Radiology exam and participation in clinical residency programs.

An advanced degree is a big investment of your time and money. Creighton makes sure every credit hour is worth it, giving you hands-on research experience and individual attention that will prepare you for future academic and professional success. It may not take as long as you think — Creighton’s medical physics master's can be completed in roughly two and a half years by full-time students.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Quantum Mechanics
Mathematical Methods in Physics
Nuclear Physics
Nuclear Instruments and Methods

Radiation Biophysics
Computational Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International

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International students should apply three months before the application deadline.

Language

English

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Credits

43 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Omaha, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a recommended 3.0 GPA or higher. Some programs require a higher GPA and/or that you earned a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Official transcripts from all educational institutions attended.

Resume or curriculum vitae.

Personal statement. Specific requirements are provided in the application process.

Letters of recommendation from persons other than friends or family members who can speak to your performance in an academic or professional setting. The number of letters required varies by program, and specific requirements are provided in the application.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

17630 USD / year

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Out-of-State

17630 USD / year

≈ 17630 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

17630 USD / year

≈ 17630 USD / year

Living costs

Omaha

United States

985 - 1520 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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