Quantum science is transforming the technological landscape. From quantum computers that promise exponential speedups for certain classes of problems, to ultrasensitive quantum sensors that will outperform today’s best technologies, the “second quantum revolution” is reshaping computing, communications, materials, and national security.
Major technology leaders such as IBM, Google, and Intel are already building small quantum processors and moving towards scaling up. Dedicated quantum companies like IonQ and Quantinuum are commercializing trapped-ion systems, while others like PsiQuantum focus on quantum optical systems. Federal laboratories, including National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), are advancing quantum sensing and precision measurement. At the same time, demand for graduates trained in quantum information, quantum materials, and quantum engineering continues to surge across industry, national labs, and academia.
Why Study Quantum?
- Explosive Job Growth
Quantum computing, quantum cybersecurity, advanced materials, semiconductor fabrication, and quantum-enabled sensing are all high-growth sectors. Employers seek students who understand quantum mechanics and can apply it to real devices and algorithms. - High-Impact Applications
Quantum computing, quantum communications, quantum sensing, and quantum metrology all promise to have broad impact on society. - Future-Proof Skill Set
Training in quantum physics builds deep mathematical fluency, computational sophistication, and physical intuition—skills that translate directly into data science, advanced engineering, artificial intelligence, and semiconductor industries.
What Makes Our Quantum Track Different?
Our Quantum Information Track is designed to move students rapidly from foundational principles to cutting-edge applications.
Strong Theoretical Core
Students build mastery in quantum mechanics, linear algebra, and modern physics—developing the conceptual clarity needed to understand qubits, entanglement, coherence, and measurement.
Direct Exposure to Quantum Information
Rather than treating quantum information as an afterthought, our track brings students early into topics such as:
- Qubits and quantum gates
- Entanglement and Bell inequalities
- Quantum algorithms
- Noise, decoherence, and error correction
Early Undergraduate Research
Students are positioned to join research groups as early as their sophomore or junior year. By their senior year, many are contributing to projects in world leading research groups in our department.
Industry and National Lab Readiness
Our curriculum is aligned with emerging workforce needs. Graduates are competitive for:
- Quantum computing startups
- Semiconductor and foundry companies
- National laboratories
- Graduate programs in physics, engineering, and quantum information science
Launch Your Career from here
Quantum technology is no longer speculative—it is here. Our Quantum Track prepares students not just to understand quantum mechanics, but to use it.
Students graduate with:
- Deep conceptual fluency in quantum theory
- Practical experience modeling real quantum systems
- Exposure to current research frontiers
- A competitive edge for graduate school or high-tech industry
If you want to work at the forefront of computing, sensing, cybersecurity, and advanced materials, quantum is the future—and this track is your launchpad.