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Astronomy in Washington

Astronomy Schools in Washington

In 2022-2023, 61 students earned their Astronomy degrees in WA.

In this state, Astronomy is the 123rd most popular major out of a total 200 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Astronomy Majors in Washington

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 7
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 6
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 6
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 6

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 6.6%
  • Black or African American: 1.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 14.8%
  • White: 45.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 14.8%
  • Other Races: 16.4%
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Jobs for Astronomy Grads in Washington

3,120 people in the state and 104,790 in the nation are employed in jobs related to astronomy.

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Wages for Astronomy Jobs in Washington

A typical salary for a astronomy grad in the state is $95,530, compared to a typical salary of $111,090 nationwide.

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There is one school in the state that offers this degree.

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University of Washington - Seattle Campus

Seattle
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
48,149 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 58% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.24 years. The full-time teacher rate is 80%.

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Astronomy Careers in WA

Some of the careers astronomy majors go into include:

Job Title WA Job Growth WA Median Salary
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 18% $85,380
Astronomers 17% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in WA
Chemistry 86
Physics 74
Geological & Earth Sciences 57
Atmospheric Sciences 21

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