Minor in Physical Science

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God crafted an amazing world for us to live in! Concordia’s minor in Physical Science is ideal for those students who are so awed by this planet, they can’t choose a favorite aspect of it. Wind and weather, volcanoes and earthquakes, asteroids and planets ... the list can go on. With a minor in Physical Science, you get a taste of all of it while learning to feel confident teaching them in the classroom.

Program Overview

Physical science is the study of non-living systems. This broad-range minor covers chemistry, physics, earth science, and environmental science—offering you an all-inclusive look at a number of scientific interests, without making you choose just one. This minor is a good complement for those seeking a Biology major in Secondary Education or for those pursuing a liberal arts degree with an interest in physical science.

What to Expect

When you finish this minor, you’ll be able to field just about any question from one of your future science students. We’re covering everything from weather patterns and global warming to erosion and environmental law. In physics, you'll look at momentum and energy. In earth science, you will explore the forces that shape our amazing planet. And don’t forget about solar systems, comets, and asteroids. Best of all, our curriculum is based on the awe and wonder we feel when we realize that all of this is the result of our master creator’s thoughtful design.

Locations

Ann Arbor

How to Apply

Undergraduate Application Steps

It’s time to help you become a Cardinal! Just follow these simple steps to complete your application.

For first-time freshman:

Submit your online application
Have your school send your official high school transcripts. Transcripts may be mailed or sent via a transcript processing service to:
Concordia University Ann Arbor
Admissions Office
4090 Geddes Rd
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Send your official ACT or SAT scores.

Scores on your high school transcript will be considered official. If your school does not put scores on transcripts, please contact ACT or College Board.

For transfer students:

Submit your online application
Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended

*Transfer students with less than 60 college credits completed will also submit official high school transcripts. Students who have less than 30 college credits also need to submit official ACT or SAT scores. Scores on your high school transcript will be considered official.

Minimum Requirements

A minimum GPA of a 2.5/4.0 (C average) or higher
ACT composite of 18 or above
SAT equivalent of 940 or higher for combined math and evidence-based reading and writing (for tests taken after March 2016).

*If your GPA or ACT score falls below the minimum for acceptance, your admissions counselor may ask you to retake the test or supply additional documents, such as an essay or letters of recommendation, to complete the application.

Required Academic Coursework in High School

A minimum of 16 units of high school (secondary school) work is required, of which at least 11 should be in basic liberal arts areas. Units should be distributed as follows:

English: At least three units, but four are strongly recommended.
Mathematics: Two units of college-prep math, preferably one each in Algebra and Geometry.
Natural Science: Two units, preferably one each in Biology, Physics or Chemistry.
Social Studies: Two units, preferably one each in world history and American history.
Liberal Arts: Two units of the same foreign language or additional units in one or more of the other listed subjects or in fine arts.
Other Electives: Five units from any area of academic study, but ideally from the areas listed above.
German or Latin is recommended for pre-seminary students.

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