Overview

Majors in the Astronomy program from University of Maryland are given a strong undergraduate preparation in astronomy, mathematics and physics. The degree program is designed to prepare students for positions in government and industry laboratories or for graduate work in astronomy or related fields. A degree in astronomy has also proven valuable as preparation for non-astronomical careers.

Facilities

The Department of Astronomy is a full partner in the 4.3m Discovery Channel Telescope (DCT), one of the largest and most technologically advanced telescopes in the continental U.S. We have joined Caltech and other partners in the Zwicky Transient Facility, a time-domain survey for studying rare and exotic transient phenomena with first light at Palomar Observatory in 2017.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Introduction to Astronomy

General Astronomy

Collisions in Space: The Threat of Asteroid Impacts

The Science and Fiction of Planetary Systems

Special Projects in Astronomy

Stars and Stellar Systems

Astronomy and the Media

Observational Astronomy

Astronomy in Practice

Theoretical Astrophysics

Solar-System Astronomy

Origin of the Universe

Life in the Universe

Special Topics in Astronomy

Galaxies

Cosmology

The Solar System

Orbital Dynamics

High-Energy Astrophysics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-20 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

College Park, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

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General requirements

Completed online application

We strongly encourage you to apply by the early action deadline to receive priority consideration for admission, merit-based scholarships and invitations to special programs. Applications must be completed online.

Non-refundable application fee of $75

Two letters of recommendation

Two letters of recommendation are required for a completed application: one from your school counselor and one from a teacher.

Official copy of your high school transcripts

Official copy of your college transcripts (if necessary)

Activities and awards list or resume

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

40254 USD / year

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Out-of-State

40254 USD / year

≈ 40254 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

10490 USD / year

≈ 10490 USD / year

Living costs

College Park

United States

1676 - 2838 USD / month

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

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