Physics Program

The physics degree program at Ramapo College of New Jersey 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 Jersey colleges that offer physics program.

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Ramapo College of New Jersey

226 Sussex Ave, Morristown, NJ

Ramapo College of New Jersey is a public institution located in Mahwah, NJ and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Approximately 6,000 students enroll at Ramapo College of New Jersey per year.

Students may choose from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Health And Clinical Professions

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then studied by the admissions staff. Most students at this school scored within the range of 1513 to 1820 on the SAT exam. This school has an acceptance rate of 50 percent of which only 35 percent chose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at ramapo.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $14,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $23,000 per year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $9,600. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

This school offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the school's http://www.ramapo.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ramapo College of New Jersey 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

• 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).