UH Hilo Physics, Astronomy, Educational Telescope, UAC

We offer some of the best opportunities for students in Physics and Astronomy at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo

Located on the Big Island of Hawaii, on the of Maunakea and Maunaloa, home to some of the worlds best telescopes.

We have two missions in our program;

1) "The mission of the UH Hilo physics program is to provide students with a rigorous, high-quality foundation in physics. The primary goal is to prepare students for graduate studies, for work as professional physicists, or for careers in secondary education, engineering and just about any technical or scientific fields."

2) "The UH Hilo astronomy program aims to (a) develop the science knowledge and analytic skills of students, whether they be majors or not, through a focus on the field of astronomy; and (b) instill an appreciation of science, particularly astronomy, in students. The program provides the students with transferable skills so they can excel in a wide range of STEM-related fields. Through the study of astronomy, graduates will also learn to appreciate and understand science more broadly, enabling them to be more informed citizens. The B.S. degree program, taking advantage of our access to Maunakea Observatories, provides the training needed for students seeking careers in astronomy--as professional astronomers, observatory technical staff, and educators. Our program supports the liberal arts mission of the University by providing general education courses in a field of major importance to the State of Hawaiʻi."

Aloha - UH Hilo Physics and Astronomy Department