by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. In addition, we cover how NAU ranks in comparison to other schools with astronomy programs.
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The bachelor's program at NAU was ranked #48 on College Factual's Best Schools for astronomy list. It is also ranked #3 in Arizona.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Northern Arizona University handed out 4 bachelor's degrees in astronomy & astrophysics. This is a decrease of 20% over the previous year when 5 degrees were handed out.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the astronomy majors at Northern Arizona University.
In the 2020-2021 academic year, 4 students earned a bachelor's degree in astronomy from NAU. About 25% of these graduates were women and the other 75% were men.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at NAU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 75% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Arizona University with a bachelor's in astronomy.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 76 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 26 |
| Physics | 20 |
| Other Physical Science | 14 |
| Materials Sciences | 2 |
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