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If you're interested in a career or graduate school in physics, astronomy and/or optics, consider the in-depth physics major. We also offer shorter major and minor programs that are flexible enough to be combined with other programs such as engineering, chemistry, and pre-medicine.

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Physics Major and Astronomy Minor Entering in an odd year Entering in an even year
Physics Major and Optics Minor
(i.e. Physics BS)		 Entering in an odd year Entering in an even year
Physics Secondary Education Major and Mathematics Minor Entering in an odd year Entering in an even year

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