Physics Program

The physics degree program at Hanover 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 Indiana colleges that offer physics program.

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Hanover College

200 Seminary Dr, Winona Lake, IN

Hanover 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 Hanover, IN, which is a predominantly rural area. The school maintains a Presbyterian Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Hanover College is nearly 1,000 per year.

Students can pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• History
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 22 - 28 on the ACT or 1490 - 1800 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for acceptance. This school has an acceptance rate of around 67% of which only 15% chose to enroll.  Admissions information regarding HC can be obtained by calling the school or by requesting information here.

The cost of tuition is around $32,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $4,700. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Hanover College is the "Panthers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

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

Students who wish to get more about Hanover College may check out their website at http://www.hanover.edu.

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).