Physics Program

The physics degree program at Dartmouth 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 New Hampshire colleges that offer physics program.

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Dartmouth College

Also known as Dartmouth, Big Green

102 Derry St, Hudson, NH

Dartmouth College is a nonprofit private school that has a fair number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Hanover, NH, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately 6,100 students are enrolled yearly at Dartmouth College.

Students can select from many areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Engineering
• Social Sciences
• History

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Dartmouth College. A score between 2050 - 2360 on the SAT, or 30 - 34 for the ACT is common among admitted students. Only 12% of applicants are accepted to the school due to the high volume of applicants for the limited enrollment spots. More information on admissions can be found at dartmouth.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $47,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to get a better idea of their costs. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs around $8,100 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The mascot for Dartmouth College is the "Big Green", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.dartmouth.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Dartmouth, Big Green has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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

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).