| Department | Physics & Astronomy |
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| College | Science, Engineering & Technology |
| Program Website | http://cset.mnsu.edu/pa/ugrad/ |
| Undergraduate Degree Type(s) | BS |
| Program Description |
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Minnesota State University, Mankato offers a B.S. in physics and a B.S. in physics teaching. Students interested in astronomy can take a variety of astronomy courses and earn a minor in astronomy. Physics is the foundation of all sciences and engineering, and with a physics degree, you will have a wide variety of career choices. Physics majors have many options after graduation. After obtaining their B.S. degree, over half of the physics majors go on to graduate school to continue their eduction in physics, astronomy, engineering, medicine, or law. Some join the work force in industry as engineers or technicians, and some become high school physics teachers. The strength of physics majors is their ability to do critical thinking and problem solving. These are the skills needed in all professions, and are welcomed by all professional schools. Physics graduates are amount the highest paid college graduates in the United States. |
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| Program Contact Information | Department of Physics & Astronomy 141 Trafton Science Center N Mankato, MN 56001 Phone: 507-389-5743 Fax: 507-389-1095 Email: cindy.flitter@mnsu.edu |
| College Advising | Physics majors are assigned to academic advisors to assist in planning their majors. Additional advising support is available at: College of Science, Engineering & Technology Advising Center Ken Adams, Student Relations Coordinator 125 Trafton Science Center C. Mankato, MN 56001 507-389-1521 |
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