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Astrophysics at University of California - Berkeley

Here, 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. Also, learn how UC Berkeley ranks among other schools offering degrees in astrophysical sciences.

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• Available Degrees
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• Student Demographics
• Related Majors

Astrophysics Degrees Available at UC Berkeley

• Bachelor’s Degree in Astrophysical Sciences
• Master’s Degree in Astrophysical Sciences
• Doctorate Degree in Astrophysical Sciences

UC Berkeley Astrophysical Sciences Rankings

The bachelor's program at UC Berkeley was ranked #1 on College Factual's Best Schools for astrophysical sciences list. It is also ranked #1 in California.

Ranking Type	Rank
Best Astrophysics Schools	1
Best Astrophysics Bachelor’s Degree Schools	1
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (With Aid)	1
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (With Aid)	2
Best Astrophysics Graduate Degree Schools	2
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k)	2
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k)	2
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k)	2
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k)	2
Best Astrophysics Master’s Degree Schools	2
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k)	2
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k)	2
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics	2
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k)	2
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (With Aid)	2
Best Astrophysics Doctor’s Degree Schools	2
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k)	2
Highest Paid Bachelor’s Degree Astrophysics Graduates	3
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (With Aid)	3
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k)	3
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k)	3
Best Value Graduate Degree Colleges for Astrophysics	3
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics	3
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income Over $110k)	3
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income Over $110k)	3
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (Income Over $110k)	4
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k)	4
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income Over $110k)	4
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k)	4
Highest Paid Doctor’s Degree Astrophysics Graduates	4
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k)	5
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k)	5
Highest Paid Astrophysics Graduates	5
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k)	5
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k)	5
Highest Paid Master’s Degree Astrophysics Graduates	5
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astrophysics	9
Best Value Colleges for Astrophysics	11

Popularity of Astrophysical Sciences at UC Berkeley

During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of California - Berkeley handed out 45 bachelor's degrees in astrophysics. This is a decrease of 10% over the previous year when 50 degrees were handed out.

In 2021, 11 students received their master’s degree in astrophysical sciences from UC Berkeley. This makes it the #2 most popular school for astrophysical sciences master’s degree candidates in the country.

In addition, 5 students received their doctoral degrees in astrophysical sciences in 2021, making the school the #3 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.

Astrophysical Sciences Student Diversity at UC Berkeley

Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the astrophysical sciences majors at University of California - Berkeley.

UC Berkeley Astrophysics Bachelor’s Program

Of the 45 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in astrophysical sciences from UC Berkeley in 2021, 60% were men and 40% were women.

The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of California - Berkeley with a bachelor's in astrophysical sciences.

Ethnic Background	Number of Students
Asian	13
Black or African American	0
Hispanic or Latino	12
White	15
Non-Resident Aliens	2
Other Races	3

UC Berkeley Astrophysics Master’s Program

The astrophysical sciences program at UC Berkeley awarded 11 master's degrees in 2020-2021. About 55% of these degrees went to men with the other 45% going to women.

The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of California - Berkeley with a master's in astrophysical sciences.

Ethnic Background	Number of Students
Asian	1
Black or African American	0
Hispanic or Latino	0
White	5
Non-Resident Aliens	3
Other Races	2

Majors Similar to Astrophysical Sciences

Related Major	Annual Graduates
Planetary Astronomy & Science	4

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References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• O*NET Online
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