Physics Program

The physics degree program at Knox 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 Illinois colleges that offer physics program.

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Knox College

21193 Malta Rd, Malta, IL

Knox College 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 Galesburg, IL, which is a predominantly rural area. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled yearly at Knox College.

Areas of study available at Knox College include:

• English Language And Literature
• Education
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Roughly 70% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 20% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $38,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's tuition calculator to understand their cost of attendance. The cost of on-campus housing is about $4,100 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Knox College is the "Prairie Fire", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

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

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.knox.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 840
  • Average Hourly Rate: $50.94
  • Average Annual Salary: $105950
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $65750
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 420
  • Average Hourly Rate: $82.72
  • Average Annual Salary: $172060

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 610
  • Average Hourly Rate: $59.59
  • Average Annual Salary: $123950

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).