Planetary Astronomy & Science Master’s Degrees
There are 12 colleges and universities across the nation that offer amaster’s degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science.
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Education Levels of Planetary Astronomy & Science Majors
In the most recent year for which data is available, 90 degrees were awarded toPlanetary Astronomy & Science majors across all award levels. The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in Planetary Astronomy & Science at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | 38 |
| Master’s Degree (this page) | 29 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 23 |
Earnings of Planetary Astronomy & Science Majors With Master’s Degrees (All Award Levels)
Federal data tracks the median salary for graduates with amaster’s degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science of $50,573 four years after graduation. These figures are reported program-wide, across all award levels.
This number may vary for many reasons. For instance, you may move to a location where people with your degree are rare and make more money.
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,600 |
| 4 years | $50,573 |
| 5 years | $61,687 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study earnings tracker (program-wide, all award levels).
Student Debt (All Award Levels)
The data on debt ranges for Planetary Astronomy & Science majors who have their master’s degree is not currently available.
Most Popular Planetary Astronomy & Science Programs for Master’s Degrees
There are 16 colleges that offer a master’s degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science. Learn more about the most popular below:
Arizona State University Digital Immersion tops the list of the most popular schools in the U.S. for Planetary Astronomy & Science majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 26 people received their master's degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Harvard University comes in at #2 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science. This school awarded 23 master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Arizona comes in at #3 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science. During the most recent year for which we have data, 9 people received their master's degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Ohio State University-Main Campus is a popular choice for Planetary Astronomy & Science majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 8 people received their master's degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Northern Arizona University comes in at #5 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science. This school awarded 6 master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
California Institute of Technology is a popular choice for Planetary Astronomy & Science majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 4 master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology comes in at #7 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science. This school awarded 4 master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of California-Berkeley is a popular choice for Planetary Astronomy & Science majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 4 master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Arkansas comes in at #9 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science. This school awarded 2 master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of California-Los Angeles is a popular choice for Planetary Astronomy & Science majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 2 people received their master's degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Arizona State University Campus Immersion is a popular choice for Planetary Astronomy & Science majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 1 people received their master's degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Florida Institute of Technology comes in at #12 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science. During the most recent year for which we have data, 1 people received their master's degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Hampton University comes in at #13 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Marietta College is a popular choice for Planetary Astronomy & Science majors seeking their master's degree. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Planetary Astronomy & Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Stonehill College comes in at #15 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Washington University in St Louis comes in at #16 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Planetary Astronomy & Science. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
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Related Majors
Below are some popular majors similar to Planetary Astronomy & Science that also offer master’s degrees.
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Astronomy | 876 |
| Astrophysics | 485 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics, Other | 129 |
References
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- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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