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Astronomy in Iowa

Astronomy Schools in Iowa

Jobs for Astronomy Grads in Iowa

In this state, there are 40 people employed in jobs related to an Astronomical Sciences degree, compared to 113,910 nationwide.

Astronomy Jobs Nationwide vs. IA

Wages for Astronomy Jobs in Iowa

A typical salary for an Astronomical Sciences grad in the state is $81,190, compared to a typical salary of $166,863 nationwide.

Astronomy Wages Nationwide vs. IA

There are 2 colleges in Iowa that offer Astronomical Sciences degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

#1

University of Iowa

Iowa City

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $47,110 a year. The school admits about 85% of applicants. 89% of full-time students return after their first year.

#2

Drake University

Des Moines

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $51,837 after earning their degree at this institution. About 64% of those who apply are admitted. 84% of full-time students return after their first year.

Astronomy Careers in IA

Some of the careers Astronomical Sciences majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary $72,801
Clinical Research Coordinators $110,931
Natural Sciences Managers $132,227
Astronomers $106,445
Water Resource Specialists $179,716

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Astronomical Sciences.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology 974
Climate Science 100
Environmental Geosciences 96
Other Atmospheric Sciences 64
Earth Systems Science 43
Physics and Astronomy 39
Geochemistry 33
Atmospheric Chemistry & Climatology 18

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View Nationwide Astronomy Report

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