Careers for Physics Majors

A physics degree are excellent preparation for medical school, law school, or other graduate study, and for well-paying jobs straight out of undergraduate.

Skills You can gain as a Physics Major

Mathematical modeling

Research and development

Professional presenting and reporting

Establishing and controlling experimental design

Maintaining records

Identifying and classifying materials/specimens

Designing/using computer simulations

Data analysis

Scientific computing

The National Science Foundation says that earning a degree in a science is good for you, even if you don't go to work in a technical job.

Want to learn more about the kinds of jobs that are available to physics majors? The American Institute of Physics keeps a database of job opportunities that you may enjoy perusing. You may also be interested in statistical research they have collected on education and careers in physics. The Industrial Physicist maintains a series of profiles on people who pursue careers in applied physics.

Career Preparation for Physics Majors

What about Graduate School in Physics?