Can I Get Accepted into a Medical Physics Master's Program with a Low GRE Score?

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The discussion centers on the challenges faced by an international student with a low GRE score of 910 (660 in Math) seeking admission to a Medical Physics Master's program in the United States. Key insights include the necessity of a physics degree or equivalent for competitive applications and the importance of having a scholarship to enhance acceptance chances. Resources provided include links to accredited medical physics programs and non-accredited options, emphasizing that non-accredited programs may still offer quality education under reputable faculty.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Medical Physics Master's program requirements
  • Familiarity with GRE scoring and its impact on graduate admissions
  • Knowledge of accredited versus non-accredited educational programs
  • Basic knowledge of physics and related coursework
NEXT STEPS
  • Research accredited Medical Physics programs listed on CAMPEP
  • Explore non-accredited Medical Physics programs through SDAMPP
  • Investigate additional coursework needed for applicants with a BSc in Radiologic Technology
  • Learn about scholarship opportunities for international students in graduate programs
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This discussion is beneficial for prospective Medical Physics graduate students, especially international applicants with non-traditional backgrounds, as well as academic advisors and admissions counselors seeking insights into program requirements and application strategies.

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Hello,

This my first topic int this forum. I am an international student here in US. I have BSc as a Technologist and I am looking for master in medical physic. I would like to ask you about my chances here to get acceptance in US. I got low score in GRE ( 910 ) with 660 in Math.

So , can you guide me to schools that might accept this GRE score.

I think the most important thing in my application is that I have scholarship.

Thank you,
 
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For a master list of accredited medical physics programs check out:
http://www.campep.org/campeplstgrad.asp

I'm not sure what a technologist BSc is. Generally you need a physics degree or equivalent to get in and the programs are competative. I don't know about GRE requirements though - I'm Canadian and most of our programs don't require that you write it (although you may have to if you have a degree from outside the country).
 
With a BSc in (radiologic?) technology you will still have a lot of courses to make up before you can get into a MS program. If the GRE is in physics I guess it shows you that you have deficiencies. You might go to http://www.campep.org/contact.asp
for accredited graduate program information. Also check this list for non-accredited universities which have MS Med Phys programs. http://www.sdampp.org/programs.asp
Non accredited does not mean it is a poor program just that it may not have applied for accreditation or does not fullfill all the requirements of the accreditation process. There are well known medical physicists in charge of many of these programs. Good Luck.
 
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