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Astronomy in Massachusetts

Astronomy Schools in Massachusetts

146 Astronomy students earned their degrees in the state in 2022-2023.

In terms of popularity, Astronomy is the 144th most popular major in the state out of a total 305 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Astronomy Majors in Massachusetts

Astronomy majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 91
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 32
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 32
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 32
Master’s Degree 23

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, a astronomy major is equally popular with women and men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of astronomy majors in Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.2%
  • Black or African American: 2.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.6%
  • White: 58.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 14.4%
  • Other Races: 4.8%
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Jobs for Astronomy Grads in Massachusetts

There are 5,370 people in the state and 104,790 people in the nation working in astronomy jobs.

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Wages for Astronomy Jobs in Massachusetts

In this state, astronomy grads earn an average of $137,740. Nationwide, they make an average of $111,090.

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There are 11 colleges in Massachusetts that offer astronomy degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

#1

Harvard University

Cambridge
38 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 88%. The student to faculty ratio is 7 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 72% get financial aid.

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20 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
31,642 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.11 years. 79% of the teachers are full time. 91% of students get financical aid.

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18 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 53% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years.

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#4

Wellesley College

Wellesley
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
2,280 Total Students

The average student takes 4.09 years to complete their degree at Wellesley. The student to faculty ratio is 7 to 1. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $23,052.

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#5

Williams College

Williamstown
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
1,987 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $26,775. The full-time teacher rate is 86%. The average student takes 4.08 years to complete their degree at Williams.

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#6

Mount Holyoke College

South Hadley
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
2,040 Total Students

83% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. An average student at Mt. Holyoke will pay a net price of $31,444. The average student takes 4.06 years to complete their degree at Mt. Holyoke.

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4 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
2,504 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. The full-time teacher rate is 61%. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years.

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#6

Tufts University

Medford
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
12,219 Total Students

46% of students get financical aid. It takes the average student 4.07 years to graduate. An average student at Tufts will pay a net price of $35,123.

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#9

Amherst College

Amherst
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
1,745 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 94%. The average student takes 4.09 years to complete their degree at Amherst. 66% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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2 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
11,254 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.11 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 3 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 99%.

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#10

Smith College

Northampton
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
2,504 Total Students

An average student at Smith will pay a net price of $31,087. The full-time teacher rate is 82%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1.

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Astronomy Careers in MA

Some of the careers astronomy majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 16% $115,380

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to astronomy.

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Chemistry 744
Physics 679
Geological & Earth Sciences 153
Materials Sciences 22
Atmospheric Sciences 7
General Physical Sciences 4
Other Physical Science 4

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