Summer Physics Academy

Each summer, approximately 90 science teachers attend the unique Summer Physics Academy at Buffalo State. This program is ideal for those who teach full time during the school year. Participants earn 6 credit hours per course by taking these workshop classes during the summer. Visiting (non Buffalo State College) students must apply before registering. Three courses are offered during the summer, after schools close. All courses are taught by a collaboration between college faculty members and experienced master (high school) physics teachers. The work is intensive, and instructors are available during and after class to assist with assignments and projects.

Tuition and fees are roughly $500/credit (in-state) and $900/credit (out-of-state). See BSC's Accounts website for more exact tuition info. Some financing is available. Out of state students who do not need the full six credits may be able to arrange for lower tuition. Please contact Dan MacIsaac for details.

For those choosing to live on or near campus (strongly encouraged!), apartment-style housing is available on campus (was ~$60 per night in 2015), and several hotels are nearby. Parking permits are $10.

For information on how to apply, visit http://graduateschool.buffalostate.edu/ (link opens a new window).

Each course runs Monday through Friday for two to three weeks, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and some evenings (see individual course descriptions), with open facilities available in the evenings. The two main courses offered are:

PHY510 (6cr) Process Skills in Physics Teaching for New Physics Teachers. SSB. July 8-20, 2018 (taught by Dr. David Henry and colleagues); contact henryd@buffalostate.edu.
PHY620 (6cr) Powerful Ideas & Quantitative Modeling in Mechanics. SSC. July 22 - August 10, 2018 (taught by Dr. Dan MacIsaac and colleagues); contact macisadl@buffalostate.edu.