Honors in Physics and Astronomy – Iowa Now

Students majoring in astronomy, applied physics, or physicshave the opportunity to graduate with honors in the major. They must maintain a minimum UI cumulative g.p.a. of 3.33and complete a research project under the guidance of a faculty member, which requires the submission of an acceptable honors thesis. Students must give an oral presentation to the faculty and participate in a campus scientific poster session to describe their research project. Students are responsible for finding a faculty member willing to supervise their honors project.

For a step-by-step list to graduating with Honors in the major(s), see the Steps towards Honors in the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

For more information, contact the Honors Advisor:

Wayne Polyzou, Ph.D.Professor / Honors Advisor306 Van Allen Hall (VAN)319-335-1856polyzou@uiowa.edu

In addition to honors in the major, students may pursuehonors study and activities through membership in the University of Iowa Honors Program. University honors students must maintain a 3.33 g.p.a., complete 12 s.h. of coursework designated as honors courses, and complete 12 s.h. of an experiential learning project. VisitHonors at Iowato learn about the University's honors program.

NOTE:Membership in the UI Honors Program is not required to earn honors in the astronomy, applied physics, or physicsmajors.

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