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American Physical Society (APS) has recognized the Department of Physics & Astronomy at Colgate with .

The physics and astronomy department explores fundamental questions about the nature of matter and the universe and confronts challenging and exciting scientific problems.

Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Beth Parks investigates an electronic game with a physics student.
Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Beth Parks investigates an electronic game with a physics student.

Seek answers to fundamental questions about the nature of matter and the universe. Tackle challenging and exciting scientific problems, and learn in an atmosphere that encourages engagement and discovery.

Students explore academic interests in small classes that offer unparalleled access to distinguished faculty, top-tier facilities, and graduate-level research opportunities for undergraduates.

The department offers major and minor courses of study in:

Majors:

  • Physics
  • Astronomy-Physics
  • Astrogeophysics
  • Physical science (interdisciplinary with chemistry and mathematics)

Minors:

  • Physics
  • Astronomy

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Department Contacts

Chair:ÌýJeff Bary
Administrative assistant: Shelby King
Office: 331 Ho Science Center
Phone: 315-228-7723

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Physics & Astronomy Virtual Tour

Learn more about the department's facilities including our research labs and the Ho Tung Visualization Lab.

It is inspiring to feel that there is always something new to learn.

Lindsey Wiley ’20

Below is a list of some of the many graduate schools and graduate programs that our graduates have joined recently. Significant numbers of our graduates have also directly gone on to take jobs ranging from teaching and spacecraft design to playing professional ice hockey.

  • Columbia University
  • Harvard University
  • Northeastern University
  • Stanford University
  • Tufts University
  • University of Massachusetts Amherst
  • University of Rochester
  • Washington University in St. Louis
  • Cornell University
  • MIT
  • Princeton University
  • Syracuse University
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • University of Michigan Ann Arbor
  • University of Texas at Austin
  • Yale University

Graduate Programs: Physics, Astronomy, Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Planetary Science, Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering.

Job titles: Teacher, Research Assistant/Associate, Project Manager, Technology/Product Consultant, Software Engineer, Operations Analyst, Investment Banking Analyst, Data Analyst.

Facilities

Learn more about labs, equipment, and resources in the Colgate physics and astronomy department.

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Faculty and Staff

Meet the faculty and staff of the physics and astronomy department, and learn about their ongoing research and scholarship.

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Off-Campus Study

Students in the physics and astronomy department have a number of opportunities for off-campus study.

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Course Offerings

Learn about required and elective courses available to students majoring and minoring in the physics and astronomy department.

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Student Resources

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Guidance for Faculty and Staff Applicants

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