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- School Code: 134700
- Phone: (303) 963-3000
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
13.50%FINANCIAL AID RATE
52%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$38,222Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
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Physics Program
The physics degree program at Colorado College 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 Colorado colleges that offer physics program.
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Colorado College (CCU)
8787 West Alameda Avenue, Lakewood, CO
Colorado College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, which is a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at Colorado College exceeds 2,100 annually.
Areas of study available at Colorado College include:
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Education
- Natural Resources And Conservation
- English Language And Literature
To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Competition for admissions among applicants is high, given that only 30 percent of students who applied are accepted to the school. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition is close to $44,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Student housing is available for students and costs approximately $5,700 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.
The Colorado College Tigers participate in several athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)
- Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)
Students may visit the school's http://www.coloradocollege.edu to see additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Physics Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. CCU offers a bachelor's degree program in physics.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 18 |
| Female | 2 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 3 |
| White | 11 |
| Multiple Races | 1 |
| Non Resident Alien | 5 |
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
Students who have completed the Physics program at Colorado College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
- Total Employment: 670
- Average Hourly Rate: $68.74
- Average Annual Salary: $142980
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
- Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
- Total Employment: 160
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students CCU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Colorado College may offer services to students like:- Counseling assistance
- Child care
Intercollegiate Athletics
Colorado College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference)
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball