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A plan of study that focuses on the scientific study of matter and energy, and the formulation and testing of the laws governing the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Includes instruction in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanics, wave properties, nuclear processes, relativity and quantum theory, quantitative methods, and laboratory methods.

Top Schools For Physics Programs

Are You Interested? School Name Tuition Size Degrees Granted Degrees Granted By Type
University of California - Berkeley
Berkeley, CA		$31,022 25,534 158 Bachelor's (90), Master's (39),
Doctoral (29)
MIT
Cambridge, MA		$37,782 4,232 128 Bachelor's (94), Master's (1),
Doctoral (33)
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA		$37,012 6,657 125 Bachelor's (47), Master's (43),
Doctoral (35)
University of Washington
Seattle, WA		$24,367 28,575 108 Bachelor's (60), Master's (24),
Doctoral (24)
Maryland
College Park, MD		$24,831 26,922 105 Bachelor's (51), Master's (15),
Doctoral (39)
UC San Diego
La Jolla, CA		$31,461 24,217 105 Certificate (33), Bachelor's (35),
Master's (21), Doctoral (16)
UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA		$31,746 18,620 101 Bachelor's (52), Master's (18),
Doctoral (31)
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN		$25,118 32,499 88 Bachelor's (52), Master's (8),
Doctoral (28)
Stanford University
Stanford, CA		$38,676 6,532 87 Bachelor's (25), Master's (15),
Doctoral (47)
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH		$22,251 41,349 86 Bachelor's (43), Master's (13),
Doctoral (30)
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Physics Statistics

Degree Type BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Certificate 53 1%
Associate 147 2%
Bachelor's 4,770 62%
Master's 1,556 20%
Doctoral 1,228 16%
Gender BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Male 6,994 80%
Female 1,768 20%
Racial BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Asian or Pacific Islander 496 7%
Black or African American 203 3%
Hispanic or Latino 343 5%
American Indian or Alaskan Native 31 0%
White (Non-Hispanic) 5,361 76%
Other/Unknown 621 9%
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Physics Internships

Job Title:Physics Tutoring/Teaching
Description:I have an upcoming physics course this summer and would like to find a tutor. physics Tutoring & Teaching opportunities available in Millersville, PA starting at $25-$50/hr.>
Company:Wyzant Tutoring
Location:Millersville, PA
Posted:5/23/2013
Source:WyzAnt Tutoring
Job Title:Physics and Chemistry Lecturers/Professors required –Test Development – Summer Project
Description:Job Descriptions: Prometric, the leading global provider of comprehensive testing and assessment services, is seeking Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to assist with the development of an exam on The Principles of Physics and Chemistry.>
Company:Prometric Sme
Location:St Paul, MN
Posted:5/24/2013
Source:Beyond
Job Title:SAT/AP Math Chem Bio Physics Teachers Tutors
Description:SAT/AP Math Chem Bio Physics Teachers Tutors A well established Walnut, Diamond Bar & Hacienda Heights based AP/SAT Prep / college planning center is seeking for experienced and passionate AP/SAT teachers / tutors. Typical Duties: -...>
Company:Premier Academy Walnut
Location:Walnut, CA
Posted:5/2/2013
Source:ZipRecruiter
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Company:Guard Up
Location:Westford, MA
Posted:5/13/2013
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Job Title:Student Intern Physics / Nuclear Engineering - Grad Summer
Description:About Sandia: Sandia National Laboratories is the nation''s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. We are a world-class team of scientists, engineers, technologists, post docs, and visiting...>
Company:Sandia National Laboratories
Location:Livermore, CA
Posted:4/14/2013
Source:Bright.com
Job Title:Editor, Physics
Description:Editor, Physics Summary / Responsibilities - Editor, Physics : Introducing ourselves: Springer Science+Business Media is one of the most prestigious international scientific publishers of books, journals, and electronic media today, with...>
Company:Springer Science + Business Media
Location:New York, NY
Posted:5/23/2013
Source:JobHat
Job Title:Student Intern Technical - Microsystem Thermal Physics Grad Yr Rnd
Description:About Sandia: Sandia National Laboratories is the nation''s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. We are a world-class team of scientists, engineers, technologists, post docs, and visiting...>
Company:Sandia National Laboratories
Location:Albuquerque, NM
Posted:5/4/2013
Source:Beyond
Job Title:Part-Time Faculty - PHY 663 Instructor - Problem Solving in Graduate Physics
Description:PHY 663 Instructor (Problem Solving in Graduate Physics) Class description: PHY 663 Problem Solving in Graduate Physics 3 Credits - Offered every year Problem solving skills and topics not covered in courses the previous year. Prerequisite...>
Company:Syracuse University
Location:Syracuse, NY
Posted:5/17/2013
Source:Bright.com
Job Title:Physics Teachers
Description:The SEED School of Maryland is looking for PHYSICS HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERs for 2013-2014 Academic year! We are in search of Physics High School Teachers (Grades 9 - 12), who are ready to join an awesome team of committed teachers who inspire...>
Company:Seed School of Maryland
Location:Baltimore, MD
Posted:5/9/2013
Source:JobHat
Job Title:Physics Intern
Description:Physics Intern Department: Medical Research Schedule: Temporary - Non-benefited Shift: Days Deadline: Salary: Hours: Job Details: The Physics Intern will develop an understanding of commonly used experimental designs for research studies...>
Company:Gundersen Lutheran Health System
Location:La Crosse, WI
Posted:4/27/2013
Source:Beyond

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