Phone: (845) 257-3740
Location: Wooster Science Building Room 102
Web address: www.newpaltz.edu/physics 
The Physics Department at New Paltz offers students three ways to earn an undergraduate degree in Physics. All students complete a three-year sequence consisting of core and cognate courses. Students can take a fourth year of physics electives, or opt for an approved second major to earn the degree in Physics. Those students in an approved external 3-2 engineering program get the Physics degree from New Paltz upon completion of the requirements for the engineering degree.
Freshmen ready to take Calculus must take 64251, 25210, and 22201 in their first semester in order to be on track for the major. Prospective physics majors are strongly urged to consult with their physics advisor immediately upon admission to the College. Failure to seek early advice can cause delay in completing the requirements. Physics minors, too, will benefit from early advice.
The Department also offers several general interest non-major courses. These courses do not require a background in high school physics, nor do they require knowledge of high level Physics. However, some high school algebra is helpful.
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