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Astronomy focuses on the planetary, galactic, and stellar phenomena occurring in outer space. Students will complete courses in: celestial mechanics, cosmology, stellar physics, galactic evolution, quasars, stellar distribution and motion, and interstellar medium among possible others.

Top Schools For Astronomy Programs

Are You Interested? School Name Tuition Size Degrees Granted Degrees Granted By Type
University of Washington
Seattle, WA		$24,367 28,575 30 Bachelor's (16), Master's (8),
Doctoral (6)
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL		$34,430 4,880 29 Bachelor's (16), Master's (13)
University of Texas - Austin
Austin, TX		$30,006 38,168 26 Bachelor's (11), Master's (6),
Doctoral (9)
Maryland
College Park, MD		$24,831 26,922 24 Bachelor's (12), Master's (8),
Doctoral (4)
University of Colorado - Boulder
Boulder, CO		$28,186 27,069 23 Bachelor's (23)
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH		$22,251 41,349 21 Bachelor's (12), Master's (7),
Doctoral (2)
Columbia University
New York, NY		$41,316 7,693 20 Certificate (8), Bachelor's (3),
Master's (5), Doctoral (4)
Boston University
Boston, MA		$39,864 18,140 20 Bachelor's (8), Master's (5),
Doctoral (7)
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL		$23,744 33,628 20 Bachelor's (10), Master's (6),
Doctoral (4)
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA		$31,872 15,550 19 Bachelor's (8), Master's (6),
Doctoral (5)
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Astronomy Statistics

Degree Type BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Certificate 6 1%
Associate 2 0%
Bachelor's 228 50%
Master's 112 25%
Doctoral 109 24%
Gender BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Male 297 65%
Female 160 35%
Racial BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Asian or Pacific Islander 16 4%
Black or African American 4 1%
Hispanic or Latino 24 6%
American Indian or Alaskan Native 1 0%
White (Non-Hispanic) 311 80%
Other/Unknown 32 8%
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Astronomy Internships

Job Title:Astronomy Tutor/Teacher
Description:I am seeking a tutor for my summer Astronomy course. astronomy Tutoring & Teaching opportunities available in Concord, CA starting at $25-$50/hr.>
Company:Wyzant Tutoring
Location:Concord, CA
Posted:5/30/2013
Source:WyzAnt Tutoring
Job Title:Professors and Lecturers of Astronomy required Test Development Summer Project
Description:Job Descriptions: Prometric, the leading global provider of comprehensive testing and assessment services, is seeking Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to assist with the development of an Astronomy exam. Subject Matter Experts are required to...>
Company:Prometric Sme
Location:St Paul, MN
Posted:5/19/2013
Source:Bright.com
Job Title:Adjunct Faculty - Astronomy
Description:Function: Adjunct teaching faculty instruct students and evaluate their progress to facilitate students in attaining their educational goals. Responsibilities: JOB TASKS/ELEMENTS **Deliver Instruction** 1. Conduct assigned classes and/or...>
Company:Elgin Community College
Location:Elgin, IL
Posted:6/10/2013
Source:Bright.com
Job Title:Physics and Astronomy - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool
Description:? Welcome to the Western Washington University on-line application process. Before you begin, please print out the job announcement; you may need to refer to it while completing the application. Physics and Astronomy - Non-Tenure Track...>
Company:Western Washington University
Location:Bellingham, WA
Posted:4/4/2013
Source:Bright.com
Job Title:Professors and Lecturers of Astronomy required –Test Development – Summer Project
Description:Job Descriptions: Prometric, the leading global provider of comprehensive testing and assessment services, is seeking Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to assist with the development of an Astronomy exam. Subject Matter Experts are required to...>
Company:Prometric Sme
Location:St Paul, MN
Posted:5/19/2013
Source:Beyond
Job Title:Physics & Astronomy Assistant Instructor (Summer '13 PL)
Description:This job reports to the Manager.This is a Full-Time position.Job Skills/RequirementsThe Department of Physics & Astronomy at Eastern Kentucky University is accepting applications for part-time assistant instructors. The position of...>
Company:Eastern Kentucky University
Location:Richmond, KY
Posted:4/30/2013
Source:GreaterLouisvilleWorks.com
Job Title:Astronomy Instructor (adjunct)
Description:Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is seeking to expand our pool of adjunct faculty to teach astronomy. These positions are available for our Summer and Fall 2013 Semesters. Adjunct faculty teach 1-12 contact hours per week, including...>
Company:Rowan-cabarrus Community College
Location:North Carolina
Posted:4/30/2013
Source:Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Job Title:Lecturer (Physics & Astronomy)
Description:The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) is seeking a full-time Lecturer to teach Introductory Astronomy and Physics courses beginning fall semester 2013. This is a non-tenure track 3-year...>
Company:University of Nebraska-lincoln
Location:Lincoln, NE
Posted:2/25/2013
Source:University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Job Title:Academic Positions - Two-year Full-time Postdoctoral Fellowship in Acoustics - Physics and Astronomy
Description:The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Vassar College, in collaboration with the Consortium for Faculty Diversity (CFD) in Liberal Arts Colleges, invites applications for a two-year full-time postdoctoral fellowship in acoustics...>
Company:Vassar College
Location:Poughkeepsie, NY
Posted:12/11/2012
Source:Vassar College
Job Title:Administrative Assistant, Physics and Astronomy
Description:Job DescriptionThe Department of Physics and Astronomy welcomes applications for an Administrative Assistant to manage the office and perform administrative functions in order to enhance faculty teaching and research. This position...>
Company:Carleton College
Location:Minnesota
Posted:5/27/2013
Source:Higher Education Recruitment Consortium

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