Bachelor of Science [B.S] Physics and Mathematics
Since the Physics and Mathematics major at Wright State University requires 34 hours of mathematics, and the mathematics component of the major requires 45 hours, 11 additional hours of mathematics need to be taken.
Career Paths and Salaries
According to the Society of Physics Students, only about 30 percent of those earning a Ph.D. in astronomy or physics go on to a career in higher education. The rest work in the private sector, civilian government, the military, and other entities. Median salary figures indicate a starting salary of roughly $50,000 in the private sector, with more than double that for those with advanced degrees and professional experience.
Students with physics majors can pursue a career as an:
- Astronomer/astrophysicist
- Biophysicist
- Computer modeling professional
- Data analyst
- Engineer
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $20232 | $20232 | $20232 | $20232 |
| Books and supply | $3464 | $3464 | $3464 | $3464 |
| International differential fee | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 |
| Other Fees | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| Total Fees | $24046 | $24046 | $24046 | $24046 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
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Academic Requirements:
- Minimum 2.5 GPA on a scale of 4.0
- Official transcripts of previous high school and education
- SAT/ACT scores are optional but will help in scholarship application
English Language Requirements:
- TOEFL: 61 minimum in IBT
- IELTS: 5.5 minimum with no sub score less than 5.0
- PEARSON PTE: 51
- Cambridge test: Scaled score of minimum 162
- SAT: combined score of 510 in evidence based reading and writing portion