Research shows you can make a difference in the world.

Discover the opportunity to affect lives in ways you never imagined.

Whether you're teaching in a classroom or performing research for the government or a corporation, Â鶹ԭ´´'s Master of Science Degree in Physics will give you the skills to impact lives in extraordinary ways.



The Knowledge You Need to Make Your Mark

At Â鶹ԭ´´, you’ll further develop your skills in Applied Physics from instructors who are experts in their fields with industry connections. What’s more, you’ll gain practical experience working with companies to solve real-world problems. Upon graduation from the program, you’ll be able to:

  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and comprehension of the core concepts of physics
  • Exhibit a functional knowledge of all basic areas of physics, including mechanics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics and quantum mechanics
  • Display quantitative, qualitative and technical skills central to physics
  • Conduct scholarly activities in an ethical manner
  • Produce and defend a research project

Why Choose Â鶹ԭ´´?

  • State-of-the-art laboratory equipment
  • Small interactive classes provide the ideal environment to learn with and from your peers
  • You can utilize work done for your employer for your research project
  • Ranked as one of U.S. News & World Report's "Top Tier Colleges"
  • Ranked 14 for Adult Students by Best Colleges.com
  • Recently named #1 best private college value in Illinois by Great Value Colleges

4 + 1 Program Option

Physics majors and other students with appropriate coursework in Physics and Mathematics with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and 3.25 GPA for their major are eligible to apply for the B.S./M.S. 4 + 1 Program Option, earning both degrees within 5 years.

Life After Â鶹ԭ´´

Our graduates are able to bring their new found skills to the following career fields:

  • Nuclear Physics
  • Geophysics
  • Astronomy
  • Astrophysics
  • Engineering Physics
  • Teaching
  • Computer Science

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