Astronomy & Astrophysics Schools in Massachusetts
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Jobs for Astronomy & Astrophysics Grads in Massachusetts
There are 10,510 people in the state and 148,840 people in the nation working in Astronomy jobs.
Wages for Astronomy & Astrophysics Jobs in Massachusetts
In this state, Astronomy grads earn an average of $214,445. Nationwide, they make an average of $161,133.
Most Popular Astronomy & Astrophysics Programs in MA
There are 7 colleges in Massachusetts that offer Astronomy degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 7 below:
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $92,518 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 3% of applicants. 99% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $55,834 after earning their degree at this institution. About 11% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 95%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $32,340 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 20%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 93%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $63,641 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 10%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 96%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $43,659 a year. About 14% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 96%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $47,778 after earning their degree at this institution. About 10% of those who apply are admitted. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $109,923 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 5% of applicants. 99% of full-time students return after their first year.
Astronomy & Astrophysics Careers in MA
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 |
Related Majors in Massachusetts
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 |
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