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ACCEPTANCE RATE

67.30%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

97%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

16:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

10

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$16,130

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Physics Program

The physics degree program at University of Vermont 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 Vermont colleges that offer physics program.

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University of Vermont (UVM)

124 Admin Drive, Randolph, VT

UVM is a public institution located in Burlington, Vermont and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Vermont. Approximately fourteen thousand students are enrolled annually at UVM.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences
  • English Language And Literature
  • Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to University of Vermont. A score between 1630 - 1920 on the SAT, or 24 - 29 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. This school has an admissions rate of 75% of which only 14% decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $16,000, while nonresidents pay $38,000 for the year. Student housing is available for students and costs approximately $7,100 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The mascot for University of Vermont is the "Catamounts", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AAA)

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

Students Enrolled in the Physics Program

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

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree12
Master's Degree2

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male10
Female4

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Hispanic1
White8
Non Resident Alien2
Unknown2

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

Upon completion of the Physics program at University of Vermont, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants University of Vermont accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, University of Vermont may provide services like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Vermont is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (America East)
  • Track and Field (America East)
  • Field Hockey
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Skiing
  • Soccer
  • Swimming and Diving