Illinois · Astronomy and Astrophysics

Best Astronomy and Astrophysics institutions in Illinois, ranked by earnings

The Astronomy and Astrophysics program focuses on the scientific study of celestial objects and phenomena, applying principles from physics and chemistry. This program is designed for students interested in exploring the nature of the…

Institutions
5
offering CIP 40.02
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
83
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$19,899
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
84%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Astronomers
BLS OEWS 2024

5 institutions offering Astronomy and Astrophysics in Illinois

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign
Champaign Public
3585%
2University of Chicago
Chicago Private not-for-profit
3296%$13,333
3Northwestern University
Evanston Private not-for-profit
1195%$14,799
4Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago Private not-for-profit
475%$19,899
5DePaul University
Chicago Private not-for-profit
168%$28,141

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Astronomers (SOC 19-2011).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+2.2%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~100
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$132,170
typically Doctoral or professional degree

Top skills

Reading ComprehensionScienceWritingMathematicsCritical ThinkingActive Listening

What Astronomers earn in Illinois

Jobs in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
annual
Best-paying metro

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Astronomy and Astrophysics programs in Illinois.

What is the focus of the Astronomy and Astrophysics program?+

The Astronomy and Astrophysics program focuses on the scientific study of celestial objects and phenomena, applying principles from physics and chemistry. This program is designed for students interested in exploring the nature of the…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop reading comprehension, science, writing, mathematics, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Astronomers?+

The national job outlook is about +2.2% growth with around 100 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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