Overview

Astrophysics from University of Chicago eflects Chicago’s tradition of interdisciplinary study and emphasis on mastery of the intellectual processes of inquiry and discovery. Students will gain broad knowledge of the universal, physical laws from the nuclear to cosmological; familiarity with computational methods and statistical data analysis; and experience with experimental and observational techniques through participation in research. Graduates of the Astrophysics program will be positioned to pursue advanced degrees in physics, astronomy, or similar fields, or enter government service, science education, or scientific journalism.

Learning Goals

There are two tracks for students interested in the major. The program leading to a BA in Astrophysics consists of sixteen courses beyond the general education requirement. The program leading to a BS in Astrophysics consists of eighteen courses beyond the general education requirement. The BS track is recommended for students expecting to apply to graduate school in the physical sciences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Python Programming with Applications to Astro Statistics
Computational Techniques in Astrophysics
Observational Techniques in Astrophysics
Electricity and Magnetism
Quantum Mechanics
Undergraduate Research Seminar
Radiation Processes in Astrophysics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Physics Astronomy & Space Sciences View 1441 other Bachelors in Physics 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

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

Other requirements

General requirements

Application for Admission and Supplement Essays
Application Fee or Automatic Fee Waiver
Secondary School Report and Transcript
Two Teacher Evaluations
Midyear Report
Test-Optional

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

71325 USD / year

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Out-of-State

71325 USD / year

≈ 71325 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

71325 USD / year

≈ 71325 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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