Physics Program

The physics degree program at Thomas More 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 Kentucky colleges that offer physics program.

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Thomas More College (TMC)

3101 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY

TMC is a nonprofit private college that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Crestview Hills, KY, in a predominantly suburban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. About 1,900 students enroll at Thomas More College yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs TMC offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at TMC. A score in a range of 890 to 1160 on the SAT, or 20 to 25 for the ACT is common among admitted students. Approximately 90% of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 34% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $27,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Thomas More College. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $3,600. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The Thomas More College Saints participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. TMC has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $53.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $111510

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).