Physics (Minor)

College of Arts and Sciences

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Program Description

Non-physics majors in all Cornell colleges are eligible to earn a Physics minor. 

Academic Standards

Grade Requirements

All courses must be taken for a letter grade. Grades of S/U or SX/UX will not be accepted.

Each course must be completed with a grade of C- or better, with the exception of the two introductory physics courses, to count toward the minor.

Minor Declaration Information

To apply to the Physics Minor, download the Physics Minor Application, fill it out, and scan it to physicsdus@cornell.edu. The Undergraduate Coordinator or Director of Undergraduate Studies will email you with the results. While most applications are accepted on a rolling basis, applications are due for seniors graduating in December no later than December 1, and May 1 for May graduates.