Physics Program

The physics degree program at Long Island University – C W Post Campus 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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Long Island University – C W Post Campus

1419 Salt Springs Rd, Syracuse, NY

Long Island University - C W Post Campus provides a variety of degree programs for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Brookville, NY and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at Long Island University - C W Post Campus is nearly 11,000 per year.

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

• Library Science
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Very common scores among students accepted to this school are in the range of 19 to 24 for the ACT exam, or 1310 to 1620 on the SAT. This school accepts about 80 percent of applicants yearly. Of those applicants accepted, about 16 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found at liu.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $35,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $8,200 annually. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Long Island University - C W Post Campus through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, academics information, programs, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.liu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Long Island University – C W Post Campus 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

• Syracuse, NY
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.15
  • Average Annual Salary: $114700

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).