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Astronomy & Astrophysics Schools in New York

In 2020-2021, 81 students earned their Astronomy degrees in NY.

As a degree choice, Astronomy & Astrophysics is the 222nd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Astronomy & Astrophysics Majors in New York

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 48
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 16
Master’s Degree 13
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 4
Post-Master’s Certificate 4

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of astronomy majors in New York is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.5%
  • Black or African American: 3.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 12.3%
  • White: 59.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 17.3%
  • Other Races: 4.9%
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Jobs for Astronomy & Astrophysics Grads in New York

In this state, there are 4,620 people employed in jobs related to an astronomy degree, compared to 104,790 nationwide.

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Wages for Astronomy & Astrophysics Jobs in New York

A typical salary for a astronomy grad in the state is $117,370, compared to a typical salary of $111,090 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in New York that offer astronomy degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
30,135 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time. This private school has an average net price of $22,823. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.70%.

#2

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
26,782 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 63% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.00%. The average student takes 4.26 years to complete their degree at SUNY Stony Brook.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
23,620 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.90%. It takes the average student 4.10 years to graduate. The full-time teacher rate is 93%.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
16,158 Total Students

The average student takes 4.76 years to complete their degree at RIT. The full-time teacher rate is 72%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $56,507 after earning their degree at this institution.

#5

SUNY New Paltz

New Paltz
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
7,489 Total Students

A typical student attending SUNY New Paltz will pay a net price of $17,123. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 54% of the teachers are full time.

#6

Colgate University

Hamilton
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
3,054 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $57,238 after graduation. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $27,775. 50% of students get financical aid.

#7

Vassar College

Poughkeepsie
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
2,435 Total Students

64% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate of 0.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The average student takes 4.06 years to complete their degree at Vassar.

#8

Barnard College

New York
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
2,744 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $58,581 after earning their degree at this institution. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.90%. The full-time teacher rate is 78%.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
7,501 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $33,937. 88% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time.

#9

Union College New York

Schenectady
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
2,047 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 87% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. The 1.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

Astronomy & Astrophysics Careers in NY

Some of the careers astronomy majors go into include:

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
Physicists 22% $126,740
Physics Postsecondary Professors 18% $102,900
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 17% $97,390
Natural Sciences Managers 17% $124,560

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

Major Annual Graduates in NY
Chemistry 1,421
Physics 1,121
General Physical Sciences 984
Geological & Earth Sciences 573
Other Physical Science 214
Materials Sciences 96
Atmospheric Sciences 61

View all majors related to Astronomy & Astrophysics

View Nationwide Astronomy & Astrophysics Report

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