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Astronomy & Astrophysics at Ohio State University - Main Campus

30 Bachelor's Degrees
8 Master's Degrees
2 Doctor's Degrees
The Astronomy & Astrophysics major is part of the physical sciences program at Ohio State University - Main Campus.

We've gathered data and other essential information about the program, such as the ethnicity of students, how many students graduated in recent times, and more. Also, learn how Ohio State ranks among other schools offering degrees in astronomy.

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Astronomy & Astrophysics Degrees Available at Ohio State

Ohio State Astronomy Rankings

The bachelor's program at Ohio State was ranked #12 on College Factual's Best Schools for astronomy list. It is also ranked #1 in Ohio.

Ranking Type Rank
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Colleges for Veterans 1
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 1
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Master’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 1
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduate Degree Colleges for Veterans 1
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 1
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income Over $110k) 7
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Master’s Degree Schools 8
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Bachelor’s Degree Schools 10
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k) 10
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics 11
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income Over $110k) 11
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Schools 12
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (With Aid) 12
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduate Degree Schools 12
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k) 13
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k) 13
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income Over $110k) 14
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income Over $110k) 14
Highest Paid Doctor’s Degree Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduates 14
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (With Aid) 14
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k) 15
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k) 16
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k) 16
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k) 16
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k) 16
Highest Paid Master’s Degree Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduates 16
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k) 16
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Doctor’s Degree Schools 16
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (With Aid) 17
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k) 17
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (With Aid) 17
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k) 17
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics 17
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k) 17
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k) 18
Highest Paid Bachelor’s Degree Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduates 18
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k) 18
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k) 20
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics 20
Best Value Graduate Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics 20
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics 21
Highest Paid Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduates 21
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k) 23

Popularity of Astronomy at Ohio State

During the 2020-2021 academic year, Ohio State University - Main Campus handed out 30 bachelor's degrees in astronomy & astrophysics. This is an increase of 11% over the previous year when 27 degrees were handed out.

In 2021, 8 students received their master’s degree in astronomy from Ohio State. This makes it the #9 most popular school for astronomy master’s degree candidates in the country.

In addition, 2 students received their doctoral degrees in astronomy in 2021, making the school the #28 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.

How Much Student Debt Do Astronomy Graduates from Ohio State Have?

$20,500 Bachelor's Median Debt

Student Debt of Astronomy Graduates with a Bachelor's Degree

While getting their bachelor's degree at Ohio State, astronomy students borrow a median amount of $20,500 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all astronomy bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $27,000.

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Astronomy Student Diversity at Ohio State

Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the astronomy majors at Ohio State University - Main Campus.

Ohio State Astronomy & Astrophysics Bachelor’s Program

For the most recent academic year available, 80% of astronomy bachelor's degrees went to men and 20% went to women.

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The majority of the students with this major are white. About 83% of 2021 graduates were in this category.

The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Ohio State University - Main Campus with a bachelor's in astronomy.

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Ethnic Background Number of Students
Asian 4
Black or African American 0
Hispanic or Latino 0
White 25
Non-Resident Aliens 1
Other Races 0

Ohio State Astronomy & Astrophysics Master’s Program

For the most recent academic year available, 63% of astronomy master's degrees went to men and 38% went to women.

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The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Ohio State University - Main Campus with a master's in astronomy.

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Ethnic Background Number of Students
Asian 1
Black or African American 0
Hispanic or Latino 2
White 2
Non-Resident Aliens 2
Other Races 1

Majors Similar to Astronomy

Related Major Annual Graduates
Physics 114
Chemistry 106
Geological & Earth Sciences 28
Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology 21

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