• Physics and Astronomy might be the path for students if they are interested in studying astronomy but may pursue another career such as medicine, law, or teaching. This program will also benefit students if they are planning to pursue graduate education and a career in astronomy.
  • The BS in Physics and Astronomy is designed for students who wish to take a concentrated program of study in physics and astronomy with the intention of pursuing graduate work or a career in astrophysics or a related field.

  • The BA in Physics and Astronomy offers a core curriculum along with a selection of elective courses so that a student’s course of study can combine the fundamentals of physics/astronomy and other disciplines of the liberal arts and sciences. It is well-suited to students preparing to enter medicine, dentistry, law, business, science writing, secondary school teaching, and multidisciplinary fields of science.

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