BA/BS in Physics

The Physics Department in the Mellon College of Science studies matter at scales from the tiny to the cosmic, and its theorists use pencil and paper, large computers and machine learning. Undergraduates can pursue a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science, or add a minor. The major gives a solid base in physics fundamentals and an appreciation of how experiments and theory work together. Students are encouraged to get to know faculty and take part in research. Prospective students can use the program page to find contact details for the department, a link to start an application and information on curriculum and graduate outcomes. Questions about admission can be sent to the university admission office. The page also highlights what recent graduates did after finishing, including employment and further study.