Physics
Stetson University's BS in Physics is 32 units, STEM-designated and structured around hands-on learning, extended lab access and faculty-led research. Beyond industry careers, you'll find yourself well-prepared for a variety of graduate programs, including physics, engineering and medical school.
Why Physics at Stetson University?
You'll experience science facilities equipped with teaching laboratories featuring computers at every lab station and the latest equipment, in the Sage Science Center and the Cici & Hyatt Brown Hall for Health & Innovation. Extended lab access beyond class schedules deepens your practical skills while faculty-led research opportunities connect you to original scientific inquiry.
Get involved with the Society of Physics Students, Sigma Pi Sigma or the Astronomy club. Receive personalized attention to align your education with your specific interests, professional school and career goals. With possible pre-engineering pathways.
Learn more about the Department of Physics.
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— Sarah Caudill ’06
Career Outcomes
Studying physics at Stetson can open doors to an exciting future in a variety of fields. Physics graduates enter careers in industry, government, academia, and engineering. You can also pursue graduate studies and might find careers as faculty in universities, medical schools, and high schools, work for companies like IBM, Honeywell, and Martin Marietta, or serve in government agencies such as NASA, the Department of Defense, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Meet the Faculty
As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.
- George S. Glander, PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Holley Lynch, PhD, Vanderbilt University
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
At Stetson, learning goes beyond the classroom. You'll have opportunities to build real-world experience through internships, research, community engagement and other experiential learning opportunities.
HATTER READYFrequently Asked Questions
This program requires the completion of 32 units (128 credit hours), including major requirements and university graduation requirements. For the most current curriculum and degree requirements, please consult the academic catalog.
Yes, the program is STEM-designated.
You’ll have three pathways to pursue your desired engineering degree, each providing hands-on experience in state-of-the-art laboratories.
Stetson offers merit scholarships, need-based grants, federal and state aid, work-study, and program-specific awards. More than 98% of Stetson students receive some form of financial aid.
Stetson University is located in DeLand, Florida.
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