Astronomy Degree

The astronomy degree program at Valdosta State University 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 Georgia colleges that offer astronomy degrees.

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Valdosta State University (VSU)

4089 Val Tech Rd, Valdosta, GA

Valdosta State University is a public university that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Valdosta, Georgia, in a predominantly urban area. VSU has a yearly student enrollment of approximately thirteen thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs VSU offers:

• Education
• English Language And Literature
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Security And Protective Services
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1380 to 1610 for the SAT exam and in a range of 20 to 23 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. VSU accepts about 60 percent of applicants annually. Of those applicants admitted, about 48 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found at valdosta.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs around $6,100 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 per year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $3,800. Students attending VSU may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Valdosta State University "Blazers" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

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).