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8 Astronomy students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

An Astronomy & Astrophysics major is the 165th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Astronomy & Astrophysics Majors in Virginia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 5
Master’s Degree 3

Gender Distribution

In Virginia, a astronomy major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 0.0%
  • White: 62.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 37.5%
  • Other Races: 0.0%
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Jobs for Astronomy & Astrophysics Grads in Virginia

In this state, there are 2,930 people employed in jobs related to an astronomy degree, compared to 104,790 nationwide.

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Wages for Astronomy & Astrophysics Jobs in Virginia

In this state, astronomy grads earn an average of $93,310. Nationwide, they make an average of $111,090.

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There are 2 colleges in Virginia that offer astronomy degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
25,628 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $22,006. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $64,712 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
3,516 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. 85% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1.

Astronomy & Astrophysics Careers in VA

Some of the careers astronomy majors go into include:

Job Title VA Job Growth VA Median Salary
Physics Postsecondary Professors 16% $72,850
Physicists 14% $102,220
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 13% $84,690
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $126,060

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

Major Annual Graduates in VA
Chemistry 102
Physics 85
Geological & Earth Sciences 32
Atmospheric Sciences 7
Materials Sciences 5
Other Physical Science 2

View all majors related to Astronomy & Astrophysics

View Nationwide Astronomy & Astrophysics Report

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