by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. We've also included details on how GMU ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in astronomy.
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The bachelor's program at GMU was ranked #49 on College Factual's Best Schools for astronomy list.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, George Mason University handed out 1 bachelor's degrees in astronomy & astrophysics. This is a decrease of 75% over the previous year when 4 degrees were handed out.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the astronomy majors at George Mason University.
All of the 1 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in astronomy from GMU in 2021 were women.
The majority of the graduates for this major are Asian American. In the graduating class of 2021, 100% of grads fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from George Mason University with a bachelor's in astronomy.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 34 |
| Physics | 31 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 19 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 10 |
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