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Astronomy & Astrophysics in Hawaii

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19 Astronomy students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Astronomy & Astrophysics is the 90th most popular major in the state out of a total 166 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Astronomy & Astrophysics Majors in Hawaii

Astronomy majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 11
Master’s Degree 4
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 4

Gender Distribution

In Hawaii, a astronomy major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of astronomy majors in Hawaii is as follows:

  • Asian: 31.6%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.3%
  • White: 47.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.3%
  • Other Races: 10.5%
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Jobs for Astronomy & Astrophysics Grads in Hawaii

There are 390 people in the state and 104,790 people in the nation working in astronomy jobs.

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Wages for Astronomy & Astrophysics Jobs in Hawaii

In this state, astronomy grads earn an average of $126,170. Nationwide, they make an average of $111,090.

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There are 2 colleges in Hawaii that offer astronomy degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
18,025 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,733 after earning their degree at this institution. 80% of the teachers are full time.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
3,165 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $36,145 after graduation. The average student takes 4.64 years to complete their degree at UH Hilo. 82% of the teachers are full time.

Astronomy & Astrophysics Careers in HI

Some of the careers astronomy majors go into include:

Job Title HI Job Growth HI Median Salary
Physics Postsecondary Professors 17% $0
Natural Sciences Managers 7% $112,140
Astronomers 0% $107,950
Physicists 0% $98,520

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to astronomy.

Major Annual Graduates in HI
Geological & Earth Sciences 42
Chemistry 26
Atmospheric Sciences 10
Physics 10

View all majors related to Astronomy & Astrophysics

View Nationwide Astronomy & Astrophysics Report

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