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Astronomy & Astrophysics in Indiana

Astronomy & Astrophysics Schools in Indiana

Jobs for Astronomy & Astrophysics Grads in Indiana

In this state, there are 1,990 people employed in jobs related to an Astronomy degree, compared to 148,840 nationwide.

Astronomy & Astrophysics Jobs Nationwide vs. IN

Wages for Astronomy & Astrophysics Jobs in Indiana

A typical salary for an Astronomy grad in the state is $106,729, compared to a typical salary of $161,133 nationwide.

Astronomy & Astrophysics Wages Nationwide vs. IN

There are 4 colleges in Indiana that offer Astronomy degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $48,621 a year. The school admits about 80% of applicants. 91% of full-time students return after their first year.

#2

Butler University

Indianapolis

Graduates earn a median salary of $49,668 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 86% of applicants. 88% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $42,646 after earning their degree at this institution. About 72% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 77%.

#4

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso

Graduates earn a median salary of $53,991 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 92% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 79%.

Astronomy & Astrophysics Careers in IN

Some of the careers Astronomy majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary 14% $80,685
Clinical Research Coordinators 10% $110,931
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary 10% $72,801
Natural Sciences Managers 9% $132,227
Physicists 9% $111,776
Astronomers 8% $106,445
Water Resource Specialists 0% $179,716

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Astronomy.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Chemistry 19,434
Physics 12,910
Geological & Earth Sciences 7,622
General Physical Sciences 2,661
Atmospheric Sciences 1,341
Materials Sciences 650
Other Physical Science 422
Physics and Astronomy 39

View all majors related to Astronomy & Astrophysics

View Nationwide Astronomy & Astrophysics Report

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