Physics Program

The physics degree program at Saint Johns 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 Minnesota colleges that offer physics program.

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Saint Johns University

Also known as Saint John's

720 Fourth Ave. South, Saint Cloud, MN

Saint Johns University 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 Collegeville, Minnesota, which is a predominantly rural area. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled per year at Saint Johns University.

Areas of study offered at Saint Johns University include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Psychology

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most common standardized test scores among applicants accepted to this school are between 22 to 29 on the ACT, or 1406 to 1933 on the SAT. Saint Johns University accepts approximately 70% of applicants annually. Of those students accepted, about 40% of students enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $37,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's tuition calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is about $4,600 annually. Saint Johns University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify by way of grants and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Saint Johns University through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports.

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.csbsju.edu to view additional information.

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).