Astronomy Degree

The astronomy degree program at Barnard College offers students interested in space life a chance to study planetary, galactic, and stellar phenomena that occurs in space. Students who graduate the astronomy degree program may pursue careers as astronomers, astrophysicists, planetary and space science professors, and more. Students in the astronomy degree program will gain knowledge in courses such as celestial mechanics, stellar physics, galactic evolution, quasars, interstellar medium, planetary science, solar system evolution, as well as optical astronomy, radio astronomy, and theoretical astronomy. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer astronomy degrees.

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Barnard College

Annandale Road, Annandale-On-Hudson, NY

Barnard College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in New York, New York, which is a predominantly urban area. Over two thousand students enroll at Barnard College annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• English Language And Literature
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Visual And Performing Arts
• History

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Most students admitted to Barnard College have an SAT score in a range of 1898 - 2190, or an ACT composite score in a range of 28 - 32. Only 25 percent of applicants are admitted to the school due to the high volume of applicants for the limited enrollment spots. More information regarding admissions can be found at barnard.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $46,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to identify their cost of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students and costs about $8,800 for the year. Some students at Barnard College may qualify for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Barnard College "Bears" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA.

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.barnard.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Astronomers

Description

Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, astronomers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.8% from 2014 to 2024

Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).