Astrophysics Degree

The astrophysics degree program at Swarthmore College prepares students for the study of theoretical and observational structures, properties, and behaviors of stars, star systems and clusters, the life cycles of stars, and other related phenomena that occur in space. Students who graduate the astrophysics degree program will have gained knowledge in courses such as cosmology, plasma kinetics, stellar physics, galactic structure theory, convolution and non-equilibrium radiation transfer theory, non-Euclidean geometrics, and relativistic astronomy. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer astrophysics degrees.

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Swarthmore College (Swat)

514 University Ave, Selinsgrove, PA

Swarthmore 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 Swarthmore, PA, which is a predominantly suburban area. Swarthmore College has an annual student enrollment of over 1,500.

Areas of study offered at Swarthmore College include:

• Social Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• English Language And Literature
• Psychology
• History

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Very common exam scores among applicants admitted to Swarthmore College are between 30 - 34 for the ACT exam, or 2030 - 2300 for the SAT exam. Competition runs high for admissions, given that only 20% of students who applied are accepted to the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at swarthmore.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is around $45,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Swarthmore College. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $6,800. Some students at Swarthmore College may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

The Swarthmore College Garnet participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Students can visit the school's http://www.swarthmore.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Astrophysics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Swat offers a bachelor's degree program in astrophysics.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

Physicists

Description

Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, physicists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.9% 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).