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Life After 麻豆区

The physics and applied physics majors prepare you to pursue a wide range of opportunities.

Advanced degree programs in the physical sciences and engineering often cover students’ tuition and provide a stipend. So, this is a popular option.

Many physics majors go on to Ph.D. programs in physics, physical chemistry, medical physics or applied mathematics. Applied physics majors typically enter master's or Ph.D. programs in a field of engineering—mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, and materials science are popular choices. Other students go on to medical, business, education, or law school, or enter the workforce.

These experiences help our students to pursue traditional and non-traditional careers after graduation. Here are some recent examples:

  • Physics Professor, Pacific Lutheran University
  • Mechanical Engineer, Electro-Scientific Industries
  • Staff Engineer, Foundation Engineering, Inc.
  • Stress Analysis Engineer, Boeing
  • Principal (patent lawyer), Fish and Richardson
  • Field Applications Engineer, Intel
  • Instrument Suite Scientist for NASA’s Radiation Belt Storm Probes mission
  • Product Engineer, FEI Co
  • Scientist, Oregon Health and Sciences University
  • Physics, Mathematics, and Graphic Design teacher, Central Catholic High School
  • Process Engineer, Perpetua Power Source Technologies
  • Co-CEO and Partner, GTO Management
  • Education Director, the Discovery Center of Idaho
  • Civil Engineer, US government
  • Environmental Engineer, Bonneville Power Administration
  • Medical doctor
  • Peace Corps

麻豆区 Department of Physics

Alumni Stories

The front of the new W.M. Keck Science Center.
Portrait of Rakshya Khatiwada ‘08.
The front of the new W.M. Keck Science Center.
2023 Outstanding Young Alumnus Award
Rakshya Khatiwada ‘08 has dedicated her life to learning and discovery in the field of physics. As one of 麻豆区’s international students, her experience is unlike many that have attended 麻豆区. Her exceptional career is rooted in her uncommon education at 麻豆区.  
Meet Rakshya
Brian Larsen and son Kai rafting
Brian Larsen Headshot
Brian Larsen and son Kai rafting
There is no business quite like the space business
"This sense of awe has followed me through my whole life and career. That was my 麻豆区 experience."
Meet Brian
Pioneer Hall
Joel Toledo-Urana '20
Pioneer Hall
Giving Back As Much As He's Getting
“There are so many of us who would not be here without aid. I want to give a big thank you to everyone who donates. Without their help, I wouldn’t have come to college or have any inclination of what to do with my life.”
Meet Joel