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The Department of Physics at Auburn challenges students to explore the universe at every scale — from subatomic particles to the vastness of space. Faculty mentors guide students through rigorous inquiry and hands-on research that applies physics to energy, medicine, materials science and beyond.
Graduates gain the precision, creativity and resilience needed to solve real-world problems, pioneer new technologies and succeed in graduate school, professional programs and industry careers. With flexible degree options, pre-professional pathways and interdisciplinary research opportunities, physics students at Auburn are prepared to innovate and lead.
Physics Programs
Undergraduate Degrees
- BS Physics
- With pre-professional concentrations in: pre-medicine, pre-dental, pre-optometry, pre-physical therapy, pre-physician assistant
- Minor in Physics
Events
Latest Stories
Graduate students from across the Southeast gathered at Auburn University for a student-led symposium showcasing physics and astronomy research in the region
Mathematics and physics senior Will McCurley has received COSAM's inaugural Dean Schneller Award, recognizing his exceptional achievement in research, scholarship and service. From advanced work in computational condensed matter physics to leadership across Auburn's academic community, McCurley reflects the curiosity and excellence the award was created to honor.
From mitochondrial energetics to geospatial mapping, COSAM faculty couples are advancing research across biology, physics and geosciences. Their shared understanding of academic life — grant cycles, fieldwork and revision rounds — shapes careers built in tandem.
Hear From Our Students
All of quantum physics is about solving for wave functions. It comes down to finding where particles are in a system and their properties. I fell in love with the research process while I’ve been here.
My favorite physics course so far was Intermediate Electricity and Magnetism. The feeling when the material finally clicked, and then the rush of leaving an exam knowing I understood it from start to finish, was extremely rewarding.
