Highlights
Tuition fee
69800 USD / year
69800 USD / year
69800 USD / year
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Tuition fee
69800 USD / year
69800 USD / year
69800 USD / year
Unknown
Duration
48 months
Duration
48 months
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
Wellesley, United States
Campus location
Wellesley, United States
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

Students of the Astronomy program delivered at Wellesley College will be able to apply an astronomer’s toolkit based on the properties of light, matter, and gravity to understand the life stories of planetary worlds, planetary systems, stars, galaxies, and the origin and fate of the universe. 

Overview

Throughout the Astronomy program from Wellesley College students will conduct their own observations at Within Observatory and learn to interpret astronomical data using physical and mathematical models.

Learning outcomes

  • Use theoretical, experimental, mathematical, and computational skills acquired in the classroom to solve problems in the real world and to model physical phenomena.
  • Develop basic scientific and physical reasoning and probleming solving abilities through contextualization, approximation, analysis, and reflection.
  • Cultivate research skills through work inside and outside the classroom, both independently and through collaboration with others

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Life in the Universe
  • Exploring the Cosmos: Introductory Astronomy
  • Exoplanetary Systems
  • Hands-on Planetary Exploration
  • Planetary Geology and Geophysics 
  • Astronomical Techniques
  • Planetary Atmospheres and Climates

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Wellesley, United States

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Your academic preparation as an applicant for admission to Wellesley should include:

  • training in writing
  • the interpretation of literature
  • mathematics
  • at least one laboratory science
  • other academic studies customary for university admission
  • fluency in all areas of the English language: reading, writing, and verbal skills.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

  • International

    Non-residents
    69800 USD / year
    ≈ 69800 USD / year
  • Out-of-State
    69800 USD / year
    ≈ 69800 USD / year

  • Domestic

    In-State
    69800 USD / year
    ≈ 69800 USD / year

Living costs

Wellesley

United States
2644 - 5475 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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

Available Scholarships

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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
18 Dec 2026
Klein Family Scholarship

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
20000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Top-Up Scholarship
Need-based

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Education USA
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
250000 INR
Deadline
31 May 2026
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based

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GyanDhan
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Stipendium Peregrinum

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
LIFE Scholarship
Need-based

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LIFE
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Independent provider
Grant
25600 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Next 100 (Kitas 100)

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Government of the Republic of Lithuania
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000000 KRW
Deadline
Not specified
Overseas Exchange Scholarship Program Of Mirae Asset Park Hyeon Joo Foundation

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Education USA
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based

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American Australian Association (AAA)
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program - Undergraduate Degree
Merit-based

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Onsi Sawiris Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Bakala Foundation Scholarship Program
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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
30000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Baltic American Freedom Foundation Scholarships

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
28000 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Hagop Bogigian Scholarship

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Crown Prince International Scholarship Program (CPISP)

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
16800 USD
Deadline
01 Oct 2026
German Academic Exchange Service -Scholarships for Exchange Programs

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
15 Dec 2026
Hong Kong Schools Alumni Federation Scholarship
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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
20000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2026
Global Ambassadors Scholarship
Merit-based

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
300000 HKD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Hong Kong Scholarship For Excellence Scheme
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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
2500 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
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Phillips Law Firm
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
11 May 2026
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Brandon Wong & Associates
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Independent provider
Grant
30000 CZK
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
2500 USD
Deadline
15 Jul 2026
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O’Connor, Parsons, Lane & Noble
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Jun 2026
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HOGGATT Injury Law
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 May 2026
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The National Parent Volunteer Association
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Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
15 May 2026
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Grant
1000 CAD
Deadline
31 May 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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5000 EUR
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
29 Jun 2026
Elite Lawyer Scholarship
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1500 USD
Deadline
28 Sep 2026
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1250 USD
Deadline
15 Jun 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
14 Sep 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
03 Jun 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
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Sejong Scholarship Foundation in America
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Grant
12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2026
International Peace Scholarship Fund
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The International Peace Scholarship Fund
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
07 Sep 2026
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500 USD
Deadline
20 Apr 2026
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Various benefits
Deadline
12 Apr 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
29 Jun 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jan 2027
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2000 USD
Deadline
16 Jul 2026
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750 USD
Deadline
10 Jun 2026
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1500 USD
Deadline
25 Nov 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2026
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2500 USD
Deadline
05 Aug 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
10 Jun 2026
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Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
13 May 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
$1,000 All Star Verified Scholarship
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Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Oct 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Apr 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
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10000 CZK
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
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2500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
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1000 USD
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30 Nov 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
28 Sep 2026
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1500 USD
Deadline
27 Dec 2026
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2000 USD
Deadline
15 Mar 2027
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3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
12 Dec 2026
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1500 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
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Grant
2500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2026
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Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
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2500 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
The Healing Journey Scholarship
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5000 USD
Deadline
15 Feb 2027
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1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
12 Aug 2026
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1500 USD
Deadline
06 May 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
10 Aug 2026
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2000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
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Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
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Various benefits
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Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
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Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
03 Aug 2026
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16000 USD
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8000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
14 Sep 2026
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2500 USD
Deadline
31 May 2026
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Grant
2500 USD
Deadline
31 May 2026
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1000 USD
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Anytime
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Various benefits
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1000 USD
Deadline
12 Oct 2026
Natural Disaster Relief Scholarship
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Various benefits
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Education USA
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1000 USD
Deadline
12 Oct 2026
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12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
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6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
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2500 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
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2000 USD
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30 Oct 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
10 Sep 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
17 Jun 2026
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Various benefits
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1500 USD
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