New York · Astronomy and Astrophysics

Best Astronomy and Astrophysics institutions in New York, 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
10
offering CIP 40.02
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
97
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$28,133
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
86%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Astronomers
BLS OEWS 2024

10 institutions offering Astronomy and Astrophysics in New York

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Columbia University in the City of New York
New York Private not-for-profit
3596%$15,315
2Cornell University
Ithaca Private not-for-profit
2295%$17,613
3Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester Private not-for-profit
1470%$28,133
4Colgate University
Hamilton Private not-for-profit
991%$22,903
5Stony Brook University
Stony Brook Public
976%
6CUNY Graduate School and University Center
New York Public
3
7Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy Private not-for-profit
284%$28,900
8Barnard College
New York Private not-for-profit
193%$24,675
9Siena College
Loudonville Private not-for-profit
175%$30,138
10Vassar College
Poughkeepsie Private not-for-profit
191%$29,107

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 New York

Jobs in New York
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
annual
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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Astronomy and Astrophysics programs in New York.

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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