Physics Program

The physics degree program at Denison 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 Ohio colleges that offer physics program.

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Denison University (Denison)

701 N Clinton, Defiance, OH

Denison University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists 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 Granville, OH, which is a predominantly rural area. DU has a yearly student enrollment of nearly two thousand.

Areas of study available at Denison University include:

• Social Sciences
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Communications And Journalism

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1190 - 1360 for the SAT exam and between 27 - 30 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to this school. This school has an admissions rate of around 48% of which only 26% chose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at denison.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $44,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to identify their costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $6,000. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Denison University Big Red participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.denison.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

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

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).