Physics Program

The physics degree program at Adelphi University instructs students on the scientific study of matter and energy, as well as the testing and formulation of laws that govern the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Students who graduate the physics degree program may follow a career path in ecology, healthcare, archaeology, and more. Course instruction includes classes in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, wave properties, nuclear processes, relativity and quantum theory, and more. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer physics program.

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Adelphi University

86-01 23rd Avenue, Flushing, NY

Adelphi University, located in Garden City, New York, was founded in 1863 and was originally a private preparatory school. By 1896 the academy had added a college component which by 1912 had become a separate women's institution and became known as Adelphi College, severing its ties to Adelphi Academy by 1925 after having moved from its original Brooklyn home to Garden City.The school began to expand its offerings at this time, increasing the number of programs available to students, and by 1946 the school had one more become a coeducational institution. The school was given university status by the New York State Board of Regents in 1963 and changed its name accordingly. Since that time the school has seen a large expansion of its programs, both undergraduate and graduate, and has gone through a large advertising campaign that successfully increased enrollment. The school has been recently noted for its low cost, high quality private school educational offerings.

Academics

Adelphi University offers a variety of majors, allowing students the choice that best reflects their personal goals and plans and provides them assistance in realizing their future. The bachelor's degree program typically takes four years to complete and will have students studying lower and upper division courses related to their major, a slew of required general education courses, and a choice of elective courses aimed at expanding the area of study for students. Students may also choose to tack on a minor degree to their studies, which allows for an education in a secondary field, requiring additional study through a set number of courses. Graduate programs each have their own admission requirements and limited space. Students wishing to enroll in a graduate program will have to have earned a lower level degree, have high graduate level standardized test scores, and a strong prior academic record.

Programs offered include:

• Anthropology
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Criminal Justice
• History

Admissions and Financial Aid

Adelphi University requires all interested students to complete the online application for admissions, as well as provide a completed personal statement, transcripts and test scores.The school will take into consideration all supplied material when making a decision regarding student admission, including the personal interview if the student chooses to participate in one. Once a decision is rendered the student will be notified, and if admitted will be provided additional information regarding enrollment and campus life.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, work study programs and scholarships. Students requiring financial assistance are required to and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is used by the school to determine the student's financial needs and aid program eligibility to construct a financial aid package. Aid must be reapplied for each academic year. Students may be chosen at random by the school and asked to provide additional information which will be cross checked with the information provided in the FAFSA in order to confirm its accuracy.

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Adelphi University offers a bachelor's degree program in physics.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $79.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $165590
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $96.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $199960

Physicists

Description

Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, physicists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 530
  • Average Hourly Rate: $64.27
  • Average Annual Salary: $133670
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $75.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $157990

Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the laws of matter and energy. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).