Physics Program

The physics degree program at Westminster College – Fulton 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 Missouri colleges that offer physics program.

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Westminster College – Fulton

470 E Lockwood Ave., Saint Louis, MO

Westminster 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 Fulton, Missouri, which is a predominantly rural area. The school's Presbyterian Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Westminster College has an annual student enrollment of about a thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Westminster College offers:

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

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions to Westminster College. A score between 1290 - 1780 on the SAT, or 22 - 27 for the ACT is common among accepted students. 71% of applicants are accepted to Westminster College, of which 26 percent choose to attend. More information on the school's admissions processes and policies can be found by visiting the school portal.

The cost of tuition is nearly $23,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $4,600. Some students at Westminster College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Westminster College Blue Jays participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

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

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study offered, and much more can be viewed on school's website at www.westminster-mo.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Westminster College – Fulton 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

• St. Louis, MO-IL
  • Total Employment: 330
  • Average Hourly Rate: $59.76
  • Average Annual Salary: $124300

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

• St. Louis, MO-IL
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $60.76
  • Average Annual Salary: $126380

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).