Physics Program

The physics degree program at Notre Dame of Maryland University 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 Maryland colleges that offer physics program.

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Notre Dame of Maryland University

8435 Old Annapolis Rd, New Carrollton, MD

Notre Dame of Maryland University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Baltimore, MD, it resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately three thousand students are enrolled annually at Notre Dame of Maryland University.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Notre Dame of Maryland University offers:

• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Notre Dame of Maryland University. A score between 930 to 1140 on the SAT, or 19 to 21 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. Approximately 60 percent of all students that applied were accepted at Notre Dame of Maryland University, with 33 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found at ndm.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $33,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Notre Dame of Maryland University may provide financial aid for students who are eligible as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Notre Dame of Maryland University participates in athletics through the NCAA's 364 in Basketball.

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Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Notre Dame of Maryland University offers a bachelor's degree program in physics.

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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

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $65.09
  • Average Annual Salary: $135390

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

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 990
  • Average Hourly Rate: $63.68
  • Average Annual Salary: $132460

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).