Physics, Astronomy & Meteorology

Welcome to the Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Meteorology at Western Connecticut State University. The department is unique in the Connecticut State University System in offering competitive undergraduate and graduate programs in Astronomy and Meteorology.

Meteorology Program Brochure

Physics Placement Test Schedule Information

The Weather People...our own student TV weathercasters!!

Undergraduate Degree Programs
 
Bachelor of Arts
  Earth and Planetary Science: Astronomy Option
 
Bachelor of Science
  Meteorology (options: Theoretical Meteorology, Operational Meteorology/Weathercasting)
Secondary Education: Earth Science
 
Minor Programs
  Astronomy
Physics
Earth Science
Meteorology
 
Program in Engineering Technology at Central Connecticut State University
  Students are advised of a special engineering technology program leading to a bachelor's degree at Central Connecticut State University. This technical specialization can be in manufacturing, industrial systems, or construction engineering technology. For further information, please contact Dr. Alice Chance, WCSU Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Meteorology, or review the program's web page.
 
 
Graduate Degree Programs
 
Three options for the Master of Arts in Earth and Planetary Sciences are offered:
  Astronomy/Astrophysics
Meteorology/Climatology
Earth and Planetary Sciences

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