Physics Program

The physics degree program at Edgewood 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer physics program.

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Edgewood College (CUW)

12800 N Lake Shore Dr, Mequon, WI

About
Edgewood College, located in Madison, Wisconsin, was founded in 1927 in the Dominican Catholic tradition. The school is based on the shore of Lake Wingra, on a 55 acre campus on the western end of Madison. The school was formed through the donation of the Edgewood estate to the Dominican Sisters in 1873 by Cadwallader Washburn. Originally used to found a St. Regina Academy, a private boarding school for girls, which burned shortly after its opening. A second school was built, sacred heart, after which the school sought to add a junior college which it received approval for in 1927 and grew into Edgewood College.

Academics
Edgewood College offers a variety of courses and programs in a number of fields of study, primarily taught through a comprehensive liberal arts curriculum. Students will take courses in general education, electives and upper and lower division level classes related to one's chosen major. In addition, students may pursue a secondary minor degree through a series of courses required by the minor program.

Programs offered include:

• Biology
• Accounting
• Communication
• Education
• Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid
Admissions is handles at Edgewood College through a review process that requires students to submit transcripts, test scores,. letters of recommendation, a personal essay and the completed application. Once materials are submitted, the school will review the packet and make a decision regarding admissions. Students will be notified after the decision is made, with admitted students receiving information pertinent to the start of their academic career at the school. Financial Aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships, and are awarded based on need as determined by the information provided in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. CUW 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

Salary & Wages

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.43
  • Average Annual Salary: $94480

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

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $92500

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).