Physics Program

The physics degree program at Hartwick 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 York colleges that offer physics program.

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Hartwick College

198 College Hill Rd, Clinton, NY

Hartwick 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 Oneonta, New York, which is a predominantly rural area. Around 1,500 students enroll at Hartwick College yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Hartwick College offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Social Sciences
• English Language And Literature
• Visual And Performing Arts

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score between 1510 - 1810 on the SAT, or 23 - 27 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. 77% of those students that apply are accepted to Hartwick College, of which 13 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $40,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $5,500. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Hartwick College Hawks participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the Hartwick College website to see a complete list of areas of study, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

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

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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).