Overview

The Astronomy program at Valparaiso University prepare students for graduate study, positions as high school teachers, and entry-level work as physicists in government or industry. Several degree options meet a range of needs and interests.

Education

This degree program highlights students’ interest and preparation in astronomy.

Students who pursue this degree adopt one of the following options:

a stand-alone major in astronomy, achieved by completing at least eight additional credit hours in astronomy;

a second major in a non-science discipline;

a disciplinary science minor (qualifying disciplines include biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, geography, geology, mathematics, meteorology, physics, and psychology); OR

a minor in fundamentals of business, business administration, applied statistics, engineering, or geographic information systems.

In addition to completing the required courses, students are encouraged to take advantage of any of the many research opportunities available at Valpo.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Astronomy

Astronomy Laboratory

Observational Astronomy

Stellar Astrophysics

Galactic Astrophysics and Cosmology

Senior Research in Astronomy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: Rolling admissions throughout the year.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Astronomy & Space Sciences View 234 other Bachelors in Astronomy & Space Sciences in United States

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Your application to Valparaiso University

A copy of your passport

An official copy of your high school transcripts, with an English translation if they are in another language. Your transcripts are considered official if:They are sent directly from your guidance counselor or another high school official.

You bring them to campus in a sealed and stamped envelope that came directly from your high school.

They are sent directly from a credential evaluator, such as WES or ECE.

They are directly from a government sponsoring organization or EducationUSA officer.

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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Tuition Fee

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International

48820 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 48820 USD per year during 48 months.
National

48820 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 48820 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

48820 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 48820 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Valparaiso

1223 - 1978 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Available Scholarships

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