Physics, B.S.
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Master the fundamentals of classical and modern physics, get a solid foundation in experimental techniques, and then jumpstart your career with a range of related minors and elective courses.
Why Major in Physics at New York Tech?
In our Physics, B.S. program you’ll learn the advanced mathematical skills you’ll need to analyze complex physical systems and solve tough problems in physics and other quantitative fields like data science and finance.
Our program features small classes taught by outstanding faculty, who infuse their courses and research with cutting-edge computational tools and engaging visualizations.
Apply your knowledge to research in our well-equipped laboratories, featuring state-of-the-art optical microscopy, imaging technology, robotics, and rapid prototyping, or at local institutions such as the American Museum of Natural History. Work one-on-one with faculty who are active researchers with expertise in string theory, plasma physics, quantum informatics, solid-state physics, astrophysics, biophysics, and imaging.
Student entrepreneurs will have the support of faculty from the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences and the Schools of Management and Architecture and Design. And if you’re interested in biomedical sciences, our College of Osteopathic Medicine provides access to exceptional faculty and research opportunities.
Our Accelerated (4+1) program offers you the opportunity to obtain your teaching certificate at an accelerated rate. Earn your Physics, B.S. and Adolescent Education, M.A.T. in just five years.
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What You’ll Learn
Master the fundamentals of classical and modern physics, get a solid foundation in experimental techniques, and then jumpstart your career with a range of related minors and elective courses.
Customize Your Studies
Quantum Informatics Concentration
The optional Quantum Informatics Concentration will further train graduates to be uniquely competitive in the emerging area of quantum technology. Immerse yourself in the field through a student-launched Quantum Research Group for self-study in quantum computing and quantum information.
Dual Degree B.S. to Adolescent Education, M.A.T.
Pursue your passion for physics while gaining the qualifications you need for a teaching career in just five years through this accelerated option.
Mathematics Minor
Advance your problem-solving ability and bolster your undergraduate degree by strengthening your mathematical skills, particularly in advanced calculus concepts, mathematics modeling with differential equations, and related areas.
Stats & Rankings
99%
First-time, full-time, degree-seeking New York Tech students receiving some form of financial aid
Top 10%
Return on Investment over 20, 30, and 40 years
Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce
Top 50
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Career & Salary Outlook
Job Growth
Overall employment of physicists and astronomers is projected to grow 5 percent from 2022 to 2032. (BLS)
About 1,500 openings for physicists and astronomers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. (BLS)
Employers & Internships
- Professional Physicist
- Climate Scientist
- Computer Scientist
- Medical Physicist/Technician
- Quantitative Analyst
- Science Policy Analyst
Salary Projections
The median annual wage for physicists was $155,680 in May 2023 with the highest 10 percent earning more than $232,940.
Program Details
Learn more about the Physics, B.S. program, including admission requirements, how to apply, and scholarship/funding opportunities.
Application Materials:
- Completed application
- $50 nonrefundable application fee
- Copies of transcripts of all high school work, including college-level courses.
- Official SAT (critical reading and math only) or ACT test scores. You have the option of submitting results from the previous or redesigned SAT.
- Two letters of recommendation
- 300–350 word essay
Deadlines:
- First-Year Priority Deadline: December 1
- Regular Admission: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling admission basis, as long as space is available.
- International Student Deadlines: December 1 for the spring semester and July 1 for the fall semester.
Where you finish is more important than where you begin. Our generous transfer credit policy and dedicated transfer advisors make it easy to continue your journey at New York Tech and maximize your career opportunities.
New York Tech offers scholarships based on your academic achievements and potential. Most awards are renewable if you continue to meet eligibility requirements, making a significant difference in your total cost of attendance.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree program are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Faculty Voices
There is still so much that we don’t understand about the world, and physics lets us unravel these mysteries. When I teach students, I am teaching them about a way of thinking.
Sophia Domokos, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Physics
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Unlock the secrets of the universe with a Physics, B.S., at New York Tech. Gain hands-on experience, conduct cutting-edge research, and prepare for diverse career opportunities.