OSC Highlights

Welcome, Laser Components Detector Group

The Wyant College welcomes Laser Components Detector Group as the newest Associate Partner of the Wyant College Industrial Affiliates.

Welcome to Tokyo Electron

The Wyant College of Optical Sciences welcomes Tokyo Electron as a new Leadership Partner at OSC.

Welcome to Snap, Inc.

The Wyant College of Optical Sciences welcomes Snap, Inc. as a new Leadership Partner at OSC.

Welcome to Belden, Inc.

The Wyant College of Optical Sciences welcomes Belden, Inc. as a new Leadership Partner at OSC.

Air Force Test Center at Edwards AFB - Air Force Civilian, Joins Industrial Affiliates

Air Force Test Center at Edwards AFB - Air Force Civilian, a development and test organization of the United States Air Force, joins our Industrial Affiliates as a Leadership Partner.

For Prospective Students

The College of Optical Sciences boasts one of the best educational programs in the field, teaching more students in optics than any other institution in the U.S. Check how our current students excel in our Students in the Spotlight, and learn more about our faculty's research specialties.

Undergraduate Degrees

Bachelor of Science in Optical Sciences and Engineering
Our B.S. in OSE program, jointly administered with the UA College of Engineering, gives its graduates more than sufficient skills to succeed in the modern optics workforce.

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Research in Optics REU Program

Are you an undergraduate interested in studying the fascinating field of light? Or perhaps you're thinking of attending graduate school. If so, our Research in Optics REU program is just for you! During this 10-week summer program, you will engage in world-class optical science research with our world-renowned faculty and learn of the versatile application of optics.

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Graduate Degrees

Professional Graduate Certificate in Optical Sciences
The Graduate Certificate provides postbaccalaureate professionals with the opportunity to supplement working knowledge with formal coursework.
Master of Science in Optical Sciences
The M.S. in Optical Sciences degree equips its graduates for fulfilling careers in industry or for continued academic study.
M.S. in Optical Sciences and MBA Dual Degree
This one-of-a-kind program offers its students an opportunity to gain two prestigious degrees — one from OSC and one from the UA Eller College of Management — concurrently, arming them with a powerful advantage for entrepreneurial success.
Master of Science in Photonic Communications Engineering
The M.S. in PCE, presented in conjunction with the College of Engineering and OSC's CIAN partner schools, educates engineers for modern photonic engineering challenges with an emphasis on industrial relevance.
Doctor of Philosophy in Optical Sciences
The Ph.D. in Optical Sciences opens windows to extraordinary careers in optics, be they in academia, research or industry.

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Distance Learning

Distance Learning
We also bring our top optics education world-wide with the Distance Learning program, which allows students to receive graduate certificates and master's degrees entirely online.

Nondegree Opportunities

Nondegree Courses
Not quite ready for a degree program? College of Optical Sciences courses are also available, on campus and online, on a nondegree basis.