Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion

What you'll study

Coursework focuses on advancing mathematical and quantitative approaches used across foundational physics areas. Topics explicitly listed in the program description include mathematical models for physics, classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics and modern physics. Students work on career-focused projects that model real-world situations and develop communication and critical-thinking skills for explaining scientific concepts.

• Program courses: PHYS-501, PHYS-502, PHYS-503, PHYS-504, PHYS-505, PHYS-506
• Key learning outcomes: analyze and synthesize scientific knowledge in physics; demonstrate critical thinking and communication about physics concepts; evaluate and solve mathematically modelled physics problems; relate a biblical worldview to scientific knowledge in physics.

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold a baccalaureate or graduate degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and CHEA, verified by official transcripts sent directly to IWU. Candidates should either have a Physics major at the bachelor level or be state-certified to teach Physics at the secondary (P–12) level. An undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher from the baccalaureate institution (with at least 30 hours completed there) is required. One graduate-level physics course (equivalent to PHYS-501) may be transferred in with a minimum grade of B-.

Career prospects

Graduates are positioned for roles such as adjunct or community college physics instructor, P–12 physics teacher delivering dual-enrollment courses, education service agency specialist, or technical positions in various industries where strengthened physics and quantitative skills are valued.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

IWU notes financial-aid options including grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits and employer reimbursement. Tuition is stated at a per-credit rate and the university maintains a locked tuition rate for continuously enrolled students; applicable fees for resources and prerequisites may be additional. Prospective students can request program cost sheets or consult financial-aid resources for estimated cost of attendance.