There are 2 physics schools in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Kalamazoo has a total population of 77,145 and a student population of 38,972. Of these students, 25,960 are enrolled in schools that offer physics programs.
Of the 2 physics schools in Kalamazoo, the largest physics school, by student population, is Western Michigan University. In 2010, approximately 11 students graduated from the Physics program at Western Michigan University.
In 2010, 20 students graduated with a physics degree in Kalamazoo. Tuition in 2009 at Kalamazoo's physics schools was $31,580 per year for instate students and $37,140 per year for out of state students.
In addition to tuition costs, plan on spending an average of $925 for physics related books and supplies each year. And if you live on campus, you will face an additional expense of $7,780 per year, on average, for room and board at Kalamazoo-based physics schools. Students who live at home can cut this cost down to approximately $13,770.
After graduating with your credentials in physics, if you decide to work as a physicist in Kalamazoo, your job prospects are not very good. By the year 2018, the number of physicists is expected to increase by 7% in Kalamazoo. This anticipated change is slower than the projected nationwide trend for physicists.
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Western Michigan University
Address:
1903 West Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008-5167
Awards Offered:
Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Kalamazoo College
Address:
1200 Academy St, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49006-3295
Awards Offered:
Bachelor's degree