A student majoring in physics is assigned to a faculty member who remains his/her academic advisor until graduation. This personal attention ensures that each major is aware of all possible academic opportunities and has a focal point for advisement.

There is an active chapter of the Society of Physics Students, which was recently designated an outstanding chapter by the national office. Among its activities are visits to local research laboratories, lectures by invited speakers, and social events. The SPS has its own study room and office. The department also has a chapter of the physics student honor society Sigma Pi Sigma

The department employs several majors as graders, tutors and laboratory assistants.