Bachelor of Science in Physics Degree
About the Physics Program
The Physics program prepares students for careers in academia, research, industry, and medicine. Students will study the fundamental nature of the Universe, from the behavior of subatomic particles to the vastness of outer space. Over the course of the program, students will use mathematical and physical data to address scientific questions, then apply what is taught in the classroom to real-world scenarios through the availability of research opportunities.
Specific research opportunities include:
- Analysis of terahertz images of wind turbine blades
- contact Dr. Christopher Baird
- Optical and radio astronomy
contact: Dr. David Craig
About our Faculty & Research
Program Requirements & Resoures
- See the WT Catalog for complete degree requirements for baccalaureate degrees.
- See Advising Services Degree Checklists for specific course details.
- See Department of Education for complete teacher certification details.
Career Opportunities & Resources
Future career areas for Physics graduates include:
- Academia
- Research
- Industry
- Medicine
- Engineering
Salary Data:
- Median wage (TX) - $58,000
- Median wage (US) - $58,500
Physics is a diverse field. Take a look at some of the salaries by degree in physics:
Career Resources:
- American Association of Physics Teachers
- American Institute of Physics Employment and Salary Data
- American Physical Society
- Career Cornerstone - Physics
- Institute of Physics
- Society of Physics Students
- Texas Physics Consortium
Scholarships & Program Cost
There are numerous scholarships and financial aid programs available to chemistry students.
- Visit the WT Scholarships page for more details and to apply for scholarships.
- Visit the WT Cost Calculator to estimate costs for this program.
S-STEM Scholarship for Low-Income Students
WT has received a new S-STEM grant designed to support majors in the Departments of Chemistry/Physics and Life, Earth, Environmental Sciences. A major goal of this NSF funded program is to improve the education of future scientists, engineers, and technicians, with a focus on low income, academically talented students (LIATS). Targeted STEM fields for this project are Biology, Environmental Sciences, Wildlife Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
This program does not support pre-medicine or other pre-clinical degrees (e.g. pre-pharmacy, pre-dental, allied health).