Physics is the study of the most basic laws of nature and describes such phenomena as electricity, light, sound, magnetism, forces, energy and heat.
As a student in the physics program you’ll enjoy small classes with a great deal of personal attention from quality instructors. The instruction you’ll receive extends outside the classroom as well, with hands-on projects, including research opportunities for all students in USI's program. The physics faculty at USI will provide you with a unique experience—grounded in personal contact and supported by excellence in advising, teaching and research. You’ll enjoy an open-door policy with all of our faculty and you can be confident that your success is the primary goal of the entire department. No matter what your career goals might be, our physics faculty are committed to providing the experiences and training necessary to fulfill them.
An undergraduate student should initiate a Change of Academic Program if they wish to add or remove a minor.
The student obtains a Change of Academic Program form from the Registrar's Office or the department of the new major/minor, secures the signature of the department chair/director (or dean) of any major/minor to be added, and returns the form to the Registrar's Office for processing.
A student must submit the completed form by the Thursday before priority registration if the change is to be made within the current semester. Unless granted a waiver by the department of the new major, the student must meet all current program requirements for graduation.
To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:
Once USI has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.
Upon acceptance to USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
The physics minor will complement a number of the STEM degrees, making you better prepared for a variety of options upon graduation.
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The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
