Astronomy & Astrophysics at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
What traits are you looking for in a school for Astronomy & Astrophysics, consider the program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is located in Champaign, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 38 astronomy & astrophysics degrees were awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Distance learning is available at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Of 59,238 students, 9,212 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 24,831 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Astronomy & Astrophysics Rankings at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Rankings can help you compare University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Astronomy & Astrophysics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #10 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #12 of 33 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #10 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #12 of 33 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Astronomy & Astrophysics graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Astronomy & Astrophysics graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are 45% women (17) and 55% men (21).
Astronomy & Astrophysics Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Of the 30 bachelor’s astronomy & astrophysics degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 50% were women (15) and 50% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Astronomy & Astrophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Minority students account for 30% of Astronomy & Astrophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, lower than the national average of 30%.*
Astronomy & Astrophysics Master’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 4 master’s astronomy & astrophysics degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Astronomy & Astrophysics master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Astronomy & Astrophysics master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, above the national average of 30%.*
Astronomy & Astrophysics Doctoral Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 4 doctoral astronomy & astrophysics degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Astronomy & Astrophysics doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Astronomy & Astrophysics Concentrations at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
This Astronomy & Astrophysics program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Astronomy | 27 |
| Astrophysics | 11 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduates
Students who finish Astronomy & Astrophysics program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Astronomy & Astrophysics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Physicists | $111,776 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Astronomers | $106,445 |
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,685 |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $72,801 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.