Degree Awarded: MS Astrophysics and Astronomy
This MS program provides fundamental graduate training in astrophysics and astronomy. Students take graduate-level courses in stars and interstellar media, galaxies, and cosmology; obtain quantitative skills through analysis and modelling, and may have observation opportunities through regional and international telescope observatories.
Career Opportunities
Professionals with expertise in astrophysics and astronomy are in high demand across all sectors and industries, including remote sensing, data science, building instruments, and scientific research. Coding and numerical modeling skills translate across many domains, even beyond astrophysics. Skills in the measurement and analysis of data related to the physics, chemistry, and structure of the universe and exoplanetary systems are valuable to businesses and institutions relying on data-driven strategies to explore beyond the Earth and solar system.
This degree prepares candidates for further graduate study or for careers in related fields such as scientific staff positions at government laboratories, teaching at the community college level and technical positions in industry. Career examples include:
Academic qualification equivalents
You must have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in the U.S. or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree from an international institution that is officially recognized by that country.
English language requirements
TOEFL
Score of at least 550 (pBT) or 80 (iBT). ASU’s institutional code is 4007. ASU accepts only electronic copies of the TOEFL score report.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Overall band score of the academic test of at least 6.5. The general training exam is not accepted. No institutional code is needed.
Pearson Test of English (PTE)
Score of at least 60.
University Type | Public |
Campus Settings | Urban and suburban |
Number of schools/colleges | 17 |
Intake Seasons | Spring, Summer, and Fall |
Retention Rate | 87% |
Graduation Rate | 67.1% |
Campus Housing | Available |
Financial Aid | Available through scholarships, grants, etc. |
Work-study Programme | Available |
Mode of Programme | Full-time, Part-time and Online |
English Proficiency tests accepted | TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo, etc. |
International Admission Helpdesk | Yang Wang +1 480-727-0137 ASUYangWang@asu.edu |
An estimated budget for international students to study in the United States has been given below for all prospective university applicants. The cost of the programme varies depending on the course and the student's residency status.
Tuition | Undergraduate | Graduate |
---|---|---|
Base Tuition | $31,200 | $25,200 |
Graduate Student Support Fee | n/a | $250 |
Student Initiated Fees | $628 | $638 |
Housing and Meals | $13,510 | $11,808 |
Books and Supplies | $1,300 | $1,054 |
Transportation | $1,376 | $3,180 |
Personal | $1,982 | $3,628 |
Health and Insurance | $2,597 | $2,597 |
Visa Admin Fees | $200 | $200 |
TOTAL | $54,593 | $48,555 |
Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) | BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176 |
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA | USD 700 to 1000 Per Month |
Entrance Exams in USA | TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177 |
Work and Study in USA | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More |
Post Study Work Permit in USA | One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course. |
Cost of Student Visa in USA | USD 160 |
Student Visa in USA | F1 Visa for USA allows you study permit in USA in full time academic courses. Any accredited school, college, university, academic institute, seminary, or conservatory in USA must accept you beforehand to apply for F1 visa in USA. Know More |
Intakes in USA | There are Three Intakes in USA: Fall (August-September), Spring (January) Know More |
Top Job Sectors in USA | Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance. |
Economy in USA | GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal |
Tuition & fees :
$ 25,200
Total
$ 25,200