Becoming a Physicist

Why Study Physics?

To Know the How's and Why's
If you have a passion for understanding how things work and enjoy scientific experiments and mathematics, then you should study physics. Physics is the foundation of modern science and has fascinated men and women of every age.  Let it fascinate you.
  Why Study Physics?

Why Study Physics? How about . . .
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  Physics Majors Pull In High Starting Salaries
  10 Reasons Why You Should Take Physics

Still Not Sure About Taking Physics?
The truth behind seven common myths about Physics:
  Seven Myths about High School Physics

What Can I Do Now?

• Undergraduate Preparation
  Opportunities, advice, career paths, and how a physics degree pays
   
• High School and Middle School Students
  Good ways to prepare for physics and debunking physics major myths
   
• Internships in Science
  Information on short-term science jobs. Many of these are summer programs.
   
• Webinars for Undergraduates
  Free webinars about becoming a physicist for college and precollege students.  
   
• ComPADRE Physics Career Resource Website
  Resources and advice from the National Science Digital Library
   
• Choosing a Physics Career - Self Assessment
  Learn about your temperament