Program Highlights
HANDS-ON RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
Build your confidence by conducting research and collaborating with partner universities.
PREPARE FOR GRADUATE SCHOOL
After graduation, you’ll be ready to boost your career with graduate studies.
INTEGRATE YOUR CHRISTIAN FAITH WITH SCIENCE
Delve into conversations about faith and key scientific issues at events such as our Faith and Science Lunch Discussion.
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You get to understand how the world works at its most fundamental level. I want to use my knowledge to make discoveries or build technology that will change the world for the better.
Silvia Peiro Soriano ‘23 (Physics, Mathematics)
Total Program
Sticker Price:
$52,127
Last year
100%
of full-time freshmen students who applied
for a scholarship received one
$25,324
average grants & scholarships package
for incoming freshman students last year
Roberts' Strategic Pillars
Online, Hybrid, and In-Person Programs In Rochester, NY
You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.
Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.
You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.
Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.
Interested in seeing what courses you can take? Check out our course catalog!
What Will I Learn?
You’ll study:
Many of our Physics majors also join the 3+2 Engineering program. Our partner institutions include Rochester Institute of Technology, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and Clarkson University.
Career Outlook
Here are just a few successes our graduates have achieved:
Research and Internships
Careers
Graduate Schools
Physics, when put simply, is the study of matter and energy.
It is a natural science that seeks to understand the fundamental principles governing the universe’s matter and energy. It aims to explain the behavior of the physical world. Subtopics within physics include mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, quantum, and relativity.
A physicist is someone who studies the universe, including its matter and energy.
There are 3 categories of physicists:
A Roberts physics degree involves a combination of physics, math, and computer science courses.
Physics majors at Roberts will also have the opportunity to participate in the Society of Physics Chapter, independent research opportunities, and take courses at other Rochester area institutions.
According to the US Bureau of Labor, the median annual wage for physicists was $152,430 in 2021, though it’s noted that they must have a master’s or doctoral degree.
Naturally, the numbers will differ by area, business, level, and position.
Can I meet with a physics professor when I visit Roberts?
Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet individually with a professor to get an overview of the major and your individual questions answered. Our Discovery Day events typically include a Faculty & Services Expo, where you can meet your future professors.
Does Roberts Wesleyan University offer financial aid?
Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.
We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.
