Pennsylvania · Astronomy and Astrophysics

Best Astronomy and Astrophysics institutions in Pennsylvania, 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
9
offering CIP 40.02
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
87
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$23,803
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
85%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Astronomers
BLS OEWS 2024

9 institutions offering Astronomy and Astrophysics in Pennsylvania

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Pennsylvania State University - Main Campus
University Park Public
4886%
2Villanova University
Villanova Private not-for-profit
892%$33,774
3Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh Private not-for-profit
794%$23,803
4Franklin and Marshall College
Lancaster Private not-for-profit
784%$27,178
5Haverford College
Haverford Private not-for-profit
690%$17,179
6Lycoming College
Williamsport Private not-for-profit
460%$17,924
7Lehigh University
Bethlehem Private not-for-profit
388%$26,912
8Bryn Mawr College
Bryn Mawr Private not-for-profit
282%$19,073
9Swarthmore College
Swarthmore Private not-for-profit
292%$18,174

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 Pennsylvania

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

Answers for students comparing Astronomy and Astrophysics programs in Pennsylvania.

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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