Astrophysics Schools in Illinois
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Jobs for Astrophysics Grads in Illinois
4,910 people in the state and 135,250 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Astrophysical Sciences.
Wages for Astrophysics Jobs in Illinois
Astrophysical Sciences grads earn an average of $152,196 in the state and $166,727 nationwide.
Most Popular Astrophysics Programs in IL
Our data covers 3 colleges in Illinois offering Astrophysical Sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:
Graduates earn a median salary of $53,513 in their first year after graduation. About 44% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 94%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $64,069 a year. With an admission rate of 55%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $47,990 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 74% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.
Astrophysics Careers in IL
Some of the careers Astrophysical 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 |
| Physicists | — | $111,776 |
| Water Resource Specialists | — | $179,716 |
Related Majors in Illinois
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Astrophysical Sciences.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 974 |
| Acoustics | 175 |
| Climate Science | 100 |
| Other Atmospheric Sciences | 64 |
| Earth Systems Science | 43 |
| Physics and Astronomy | 39 |
| Atmospheric Chemistry & Climatology | 18 |
| Condensed Matter & Materials Physics | 8 |
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