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Opportunities and Resources

In today's rapidly advancing world, students pursuing physics have an incredible array of opportunities and resources at their fingertips. Recognizing its significance, Miami University has developed numerous initiatives to support students in their pursuit of physics. These opportunities range from scholarships and grants to cutting-edge laboratories, internships, and mentorship programs. With access to these resources, students can engage in groundbreaking research, collaborate with experts in the field, and develop the skills and knowledge needed to make significant contributions to the ever-expanding frontiers of physics.

 

Tutoring and Help Desk

The Help Desk is staffed by graduate students and designed for students in the 100-level courses. See your course intructor for the latest Help Desk schedule.

Tutoring may be available through the Society of Physics Students. Contact the SPS president for more information.

Some courses may offer Supplemental Instruction. Ask your instructor if SI sessions are available for your course.

Physics Departmental Honors

The physics faculty recognizes high achievement by students through awarding departmental honors. Students receiving this distinction will have an excellent record of course work and significant experience. Please note that departmental honors are separate from university honors, and students do not have to be in the University Honors Program to be eligible for departmental honors.

Students must have senior standing before registering for honors credit, and the application is usually done late in the junior year. Students may apply during the senior year, but must do so at least one semester before graduation. The minimum grade point average for all courses taken for the bachelor's degree will be 3.20. Evidence that the student is able to carry out a scientific investigation requires completion of a research project that exhibits originality and has significant physics content. While working in the project, the student must have senior standing and register for at least four credit hours of PHY 480, Departmental Honors.

For full details contact our Lead Departmental Advisor,Steve Alexander, Ph.D.

Scholarships and Awards

Highly qualified students entering Miami University and majoring in physics, are eligible for Frische Scholarships. These scholarships are merit-based, and no additional forms are required. The Starkey Family Physics Scholarship is also awarded to incoming freshmen based on merit and financial need. No additional forms are required.

For other information regarding financial aid, please refer to the Office of Student Financial Assistance.

Majors entering their sophomore, junior, and senior years are eligible for several different scholarships. Awards are based on academic performance and no additional forms are required. These include:

  • George and Carolyn Arfken Scholarship
  • George Arfken Physics Award
  • Andrew W. Bylenga Scholarship
  • Carol Jo Crannell Physics Scholarship
  • J. A. Culler Physics Prize
  • R. L. Edwards Scholarship
  • Ray Edwards Physics Award
  • James and Carole Garland Scholarship
  • Raymond M. Hughes Memorial Scholarship
  • Glenn and Betty Julian Student Teaching Award
  • Dr. Benjamin Lee Memorial Scholarship
  • Philip and Cora Macklin Scholarship
  • Mary Jean and Joseph R. Priest Scholarship
  • William Shoupp Memorial Scholarship
  • John and Genny Snider Scholarship

Department of Physics

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500 E. Spring St.
Oxford, OH 45056
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