Physics Program

The physics degree program at CUNY Hunter 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 New York colleges that offer physics program.

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CUNY Hunter College

500 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY

CUNY Hunter College is located in the city of Manhattan in New York. It is the largest college in the City University of New York (CUNY) system. Hunter College is one of the oldest public colleges in the U.S., and offers more than 170 academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate degree levels.

Hunter College offers study programs in its well known School of Arts and Sciences, and schools of Education, Nursing, Social Work, Health Professions and School of Public Health. In 2011, the CUNY School of Public Health at Hunter College began offering the first of several Ph.D. programs at Hunter.

In addition to its degree programs, Hunter College also offers numerous accelerated and advanced certificate programs. Research is thriving at Hunter College, most notably in its Center for Study of Gene Structure and Function, Center for Puerto Rican Studies (CENTRO), and the Brookdale Center for Healthy Aging and Longevity.

Alumni of Hunter College have become published authors, well-known artists, and civic leaders. Many have been Fulbright and Mellon scholars, as well as recipients of prestigious grants from the National Institutes of Health. Faculty members at Hunter College are also well recognized, and include national grant recipients, contributors to leading academic journals, and cutting-edge researchers.

History

Hunter College was founded in New York in 1870 as a teacher training college for young women. It was first called the "Normal College of the City of New York." The curriculum gradually expanded to become a fully accredited liberal arts college for women. In 1914, the college changed its name to "Hunter College of the City of New York" for its first president, Thomas Hunter. In 1961, the City University of New York (CUNY) was established, and Hunter College became the founding member. In 1964, male students were admitted to Hunter College, though it would largely be known for its significant contribution to women's education in the United States.

Academics

The academic calendar for CUNY Hunter College offers traditional fall and spring terms, a shorter, winter session, and two summer sessions (8 weeks, and 11 weeks in duration).

Colleges and Schools

• School of Arts and Sciences
• School of Education
• School of Health Sciences
• Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing
• CUNY School of Public Health at Hunter College

CUNY Hunter College has several centers, which offer a variety of academic and research study programs. Centers at Hunter include:

• Center for Study of Gene Structure and Function
• Center for Puerto Rican Studies (CENTRO)
• Brookdale Center for Healthy Aging and Longevity

Student Life

Social and community engagement are integral to CUNY Hunter College, and students at Hunter will find many student clubs, organizations, projects and activities to become involved in on campus and throughout the community.

New students at CUNY Hunter College will appreciate the accessibility of the Visitors Center, and the helpfulness of Visitors Center Associates, who wear purple vests and are available to help people find their way around campus.

Student services at CUNY Hunter College include:

• AccessABILITY (for students with disabilities)
• Advising Services
• Athletics & Recreation
• Behavioral Response Team
• Campus Housing (Brookdale Residence Hall)
• Career Development Services
• Center for Student Achievement
• Children's Learning Center
• Counseling & Wellness Services
• International Students
• Scholarships & Grants
• Student Activities
• Student/Club Websites Accounts
• Student Center (Sylvia E. Fishman)
• Student Veteran Services
• Blackboard Online Learning
• Center for Student Achievement
• Chanin Language Center
• Computer Laboratories
• ESL Resources
• Physical Sciences Learning Center
• Reading/Writing Center
• Social Sciences Computing Laboratory
• Socrates Center, Department of Biological Sciences

Traditions

The traditional school colors for Hunter College are purple, white and gold. The school mascot is the hawk, and the athletic teams are nicknamed the Hunter College "Hawks."

Athletics

The Hunter College "Hawks" athletic teams participate in several intercollegiate sports, including:

Men's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Fencing
• Indoor Track and Field
• Outdoor Track and Field
• Soccer
• Tennis
• Volleyball
• Wrestling

Women's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Fencing
• Indoor Track and Field
• Outdoor Track and Field
• Softball
• Swimming and Diving
• Tennis
• Volleyball

Community Life

CUNY Hunter College has a strong mission of community service, and Hunter students, faculty and staff members are involved in public service activities throughout New York City. Community members are encouraged to contact Hunter College to explore new opportunities for Hunter's participation in community life.

The cultural, social, artistic and intellectual programs and services that Hunter engages in with and for its community include continuing education, non-degree programs, faculty and administration jobs, The Kaye Playhouse, The Bertha & Karl Leubsdorf Gallery, The Frederick Loewe Theatre and Lang Recital Hall, athletic events to cheer on the "Hawks," The Hunter Bookstore, renting space at Hunter, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

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

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate 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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $79.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $165590
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $96.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $199960

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 530
  • Average Hourly Rate: $64.27
  • Average Annual Salary: $133670
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $75.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $157990

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).