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Astrophysics in Massachusetts

Astrophysics Schools in Massachusetts

Jobs for Astrophysics Grads in Massachusetts

In this state, there are 9,950 people employed in jobs related to an Astrophysical Sciences degree, compared to 135,250 nationwide.

Astrophysics Jobs Nationwide vs. MA

Wages for Astrophysics Jobs in Massachusetts

A typical salary for an Astrophysical Sciences grad in the state is $220,154, compared to a typical salary of $166,727 nationwide.

Astrophysics Wages Nationwide vs. MA

There are 4 colleges in Massachusetts that offer Astrophysical Sciences degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

Harvard University

Cambridge

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $92,518 a year. The school admits about 3% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 99%.

#2

Tufts University

Medford

Graduates earn a median salary of $63,641 in their first year after graduation. About 10% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 96%.

#3

Williams College

Williamstown

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $47,778 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 10% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.

#4

Wellesley College

Wellesley

Graduates earn a median salary of $43,659 in their first year after graduation. About 14% of those who apply are admitted. 96% of full-time students return after their first year.

Astrophysics Careers in MA

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

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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View Nationwide Astrophysics Report

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