Overview

The Astronomy and Astrophysics program at Pennsylvania State University involves development of instrumentation, observations of celestial objects with ground- and space-based telescopes, and interpretation of findings using the mathematical laws of physics such as gravity, electromagnetism and quantum mechanics.

The undergraduate major provides a strong and broad foundation in mathematics, physical science and computation as well as a detailed understanding of modern astronomy. Many research opportunities are available to complement the formal classwork. Graduates proceed to advanced degrees in astronomy and other sciences, and into a wide variety of technical professions.

Careers

Many of our alumni pursue graduate education in astrophysics after completing our undergraduate degree. Students apply to enter PhD programs in astrophysics in the fall of their senior year.

Some students choose to do graduate work in related fields such as physics, geoscience / planetary science, ecology, or engineering.

Other students have successfully pursued master’s degrees in education in order to earn teaching certification to teach physics or Earth and space science.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Astronomical Universe
The Sky and Planets
Elementary Astronomy Laboratory
Astronomical Methods and the Solar System
Astronomy of the Distant Universe
General Physics: Wave Motion and Quantum Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-05-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-04-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2023-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-10-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2024-05-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

125 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 1772 other Bachelors in Physics in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application
Official secondary school records
Official test scores: SAT or ACT
English language proficiency, if your native language is not English

Tuition Fee

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International

40151 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40151 USD per year during 48 months.
National

38651 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 38651 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

19286 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19286 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for University Park

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Astronomy and Astrophysics.

Available Scholarships

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