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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
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
125 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 1728 other Bachelors in Physics in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
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/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 40151 USD per year during 48 months. -
National
38651 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 38651 USD per year during 48 months. -
In-State
19286 USD/yearTuition FeeBased 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.
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