Notes/Comments: This plan is an example of what a four year plan could look like for a typical student. Placement exam scores in math as well as the completion of coursework may change the plan. It should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor each Semester to discuss course scheduling. All requirements are subject to change by NIU.

Professional Physics majors must take three of PHYS 400, PHYS 410, PHYS 434, PHYS 461, PHYS 463, PHYS 470, PHYS 474, PHYS 477, and PHYS 485. Courses should be selected in consultation with a faculty advisor from the Department of Physics. Transfer students, students who have taken PHYS 210 and PHYS 211 or the equivalent, and students who do not place into MATH 229, should consult a faculty advisors from the Department of Physics.