Washington D.C.,
DC,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
The Department of Physics and Astronomy is dedicated to providing an exceptional campus experience. Thirkield Hall houses the Physics and Astronomy program. At Howard University, our mission is to achieve national and global recognition for excellence in physics research and education while empowering African American students and other underrepresented groups to reach their highest potential in physics. The department has awarded bachelor's degrees since the 1920s. Our key undergraduate objective is to graduate a substantial number of minority students ready for physics graduate programs or careers in education, industry, medicine, and related fields.