Is getting a PhD in physics a good idea?

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The discussion centers on a high school senior contemplating a career in physics, driven by a passion for math and science. Key concerns include job opportunities and salary prospects in the field. The individual has enjoyed their physics class, achieving good grades, but acknowledges that high school physics differs significantly from advanced studies like a PhD. The conversation highlights the importance of further exploration into the realities of a physics career, suggesting that it's premature to decide on pursuing a PhD without more experience in the subject. The linked forum thread offers additional insights into the physics career path.
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I am going into my senior year in high school, and I have been gradually trying to narrow down my choices for what to do with my life after high school. I have a passion for math and science, and have been debating becoming a physicist. My only hold ups are the job opportunities, and salary. Any information or opinions will be appreciated.
 
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I think it's a great idea for me. But maybe it is or isn't for you. It's too early to say whether or not you should get a PhD especially if you haven't even taken physics classes yet.

Did you see this pinned topic?
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=240792
 
I have taken physics this year and loved it, my favorite class of the year. Did fairly well in it to. (A first semester, B+ second)
 
Just take a look at that thread. Physics in high school is nothing like getting a PhD in physics or even a BS in physics.
 

Thread 'Self Learning Math/Physics'

Hey, I am Andreas from Germany. I am currently 35 years old and I want to relearn math and physics. This is not one of these regular questions when it comes to this matter. So... I am very realistic about it. I know that there are severe contraints when it comes to selfstudy compared to a regular school and/or university (structure, peers, teachers, learning groups, tests, access to papers and so on) . I will never get a job in this field and I will never be taken serious by "real"...
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Thread 'What should I do if I found a paper with same result as mine?'

Yesterday, 9/5/2025, when I was surfing, I found an article The Schwarzschild solution contains three problems, which can be easily solved - Journal of King Saud University - Science ABUNDANCE ESTIMATION IN AN ARID ENVIRONMENT https://jksus.org/the-schwarzschild-solution-contains-three-problems-which-can-be-easily-solved/ that has the derivation of a line element as a corrected version of the Schwarzschild solution to Einstein’s field equation. This article's date received is 2022-11-15...
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