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Student adjusting telescope in the Brooks Astronomical Observatory.

Department of Physics

Discover new planets or determine the atomic structure of different materials side-by-side with our respected faculty who are experts in their field.

In addition to research and professional internship opportunities, you'll develop technical skills through a variety of projects in areas specifically used by physics majors.

These include the Brooks ​Astronomical Observatory and laboratories which are equipped for laser spectroscopy, magnetic resonance, rheology, thin films, polymer fluid dynamics and X-ray diffraction.

Exponential growth

Use our advanced equipment and work side-by-side with physics faculty that are committed to your success. Develop the skills needed to pursue an amazing career in physics, astronomy, astrophysics, and beyond.

Programs

CMU gave me a place for me to discover that I enjoy research, and my professors worked with me and pushed me to do better.

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