Bachelor of Arts in Astronomy and Astrophysics

The major in Astronomy and Astrophysics is a math- and physics-intensive path with a research component for those planning a graduate degree in the field. It is designed to help students mount competitive applications for external undergraduate research opportunities and the country's top graduate programs. Students generally declare an astronomy major during the second semester of their sophomore year, but are advised to meet with the undergraduate advisor soon as they begin considering it. This helps ensure theyre prepared with the right courses and are taking advantage of all the opportunities the department has to offer. Ask astronomers when they became interested in the field, and most will tell you about an early encounter with the night sky a comet, a meteor shower, or their first glimpse of another planet. Invariably, a rush of questions followed: Why is the universe organized like it is How is it evolving And, of course, are we alone. For many professional astronomers, the same questions captivate them today. And thanks to advancements in statistics, supercomputers, and telescopes that tap the full range of the electromagnetic spectrum, more and more of these questions are tantalizingly within reach.

International Students Should Submit the School Report. Submit one Teacher Evaluation (core academic teacher or other non-relative who can speak directly to the student's academic aptitude, potential, and classroom performance). Submit a Counselor Recommendation (encouraged, but not required). Submit your high school transcript. An official English translation is required to accompany the transcript if the transcript is not issued in English by the school. Students who have already completed high school, including university transfer applicants, should be sure to have final high school transcript submitted showing the graduation date. Also provide a detailed explanation of any educational gaps. TOEFL (iBT) - 100 range with section scores 23 plus in listening and reading and 21 plus in speaking and writing. IELTS - 7.0 range with section scores 6.5 plus Duolingo (DET) - 130 range with section scores 120 plus