Astronomy & Astrophysics at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
If you are interested in studying Astronomy & Astrophysics, you may want to check out the program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Washington-Seattle Campus sits in Seattle, WA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 49 astronomy & astrophysics graduations were recorded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
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Online Class Availability at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Online coursework is an option at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. Among 56,997 students, 1,656 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,704 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Astronomy & Astrophysics Rankings at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Rankings can help you compare University of Washington-Seattle Campus’s Astronomy & Astrophysics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Washington | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #4 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #13 of 33 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Washington | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #4 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #13 of 33 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Astronomy & Astrophysics graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Astronomy & Astrophysics graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus are 35% women (17) and 65% men (32).
Astronomy & Astrophysics Bachelor’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 41 bachelor’s astronomy & astrophysics graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 37% were women (15) and 63% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Astronomy & Astrophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 6 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 24% of Astronomy & Astrophysics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, below the national average of 30%.*
Astronomy & Astrophysics Master’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 5 master’s astronomy & astrophysics graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 20% were women (1) and 80% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Astronomy & Astrophysics master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 60% of Astronomy & Astrophysics master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, above the national average of 30%.*
Astronomy & Astrophysics Doctoral Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 3 doctoral astronomy & astrophysics degrees awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Astronomy & Astrophysics doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
*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 Washington-Seattle Campus
The Astronomy & Astrophysics program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Astronomy | 49 |
Best-Paid Careers for Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduates
Students who finish Astronomy & Astrophysics program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus go on to a range of careers. Here are 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.