Physics Program

The physics degree program at Texas A&M University – Commerce 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 Texas colleges that offer physics program.

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Texas A&M University – Commerce

Also known as A&M Commerce

7101 University Avenue, Texarkana, TX

A&M Commerce, a public institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Commerce, TX, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. Texas A&M University - Commerce has an annual student enrollment of nearly eleven thousand.

Areas of study offered at Texas A&M University - Commerce include:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Education

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken to apply to Texas A&M University - Commerce. Scores between 18 to 24 on the ACT or 860 to 1070 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for admission. A&M Commerce has an acceptance rate of about 44 percent of which only 39 percent decided to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at tamu-commerce.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs around $6,900 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 per year. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,700 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

The Texas A&M University - Commerce Lions participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students who would like to view more about A&M Commerce can check out their website at http://www.tamu-commerce.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. A&M Commerce has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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

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).