Astronomy at University of Kansas
What traits are you looking for in a school for Astronomy, consider the program at University of Kansas. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kansas sits in Lawrence, KS.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 7 astronomy degrees were granted at University of Kansas.
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Online Class Availability at University of Kansas
Online coursework is an option at University of Kansas. Of 29,792 students, 3,126 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,681 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Astronomy graduates at University of Kansas, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Astronomy graduates at University of Kansas are 14% women (1) and 86% men (6).
Astronomy Bachelor’s Program at University of Kansas
Among the 7 bachelor’s astronomy degrees awarded at University of Kansas, 14% were women (1) and 86% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Astronomy bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 14% of Astronomy bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kansas, lower than the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Astronomy Graduates
Students who finish Astronomy program at University of Kansas pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Astronomy graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Astronomers | $106,445 |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $72,801 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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