Bachelor of Science in Physics

"Physicists seek to understand phenomena ranging from the infinitesimal to the grand, from how two ""up"" quarks and one ""down"" quark are held together to form a proton to how the Big Bang led to the distribution of galaxies observed in the universe. You might imagine a bewildering number of fundamental principles to explain the diversity in the phenomena displayed in the universe. The reality, however, is that it only takes a few. Our physics department tailors your course of study to fit your needs and goals.Physics is challenging but rewarding. A major in physics leads to careers in research and development, manufacturing and teaching. As a liberal arts degree, it is also excellent training for careers in medicine, business, finance and government. You will also find yourself well-prepared for a variety of graduate programs including physics, engineering and medical school.Class sizes are small, and faculty members provide personalized help. We offer a supportive learning environment, and we are very successful at placing our students into highly competitive, nationally-funded internships and top-tier graduate programs in physics and engineering. Graduates entering the workforce immediately after graduation are also successful at launching careers."