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Astronomy & Astrophysics at University of California - Santa Cruz

65 Bachelor's Degrees
5 Master's Degrees
6 Doctor's Degrees
Astronomy & Astrophysics is one of the majors in the physical sciences program at University of California - Santa Cruz.

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 UC Santa Cruz ranks among other schools offering degrees in astronomy.

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Astronomy & Astrophysics Degrees Available at UC Santa Cruz

UC Santa Cruz Astronomy Rankings

The bachelor's program at UC Santa Cruz was ranked #17 on College Factual's Best Schools for astronomy list. It is also ranked #4 in California.

Ranking Type Rank
Highest Paid Doctor’s Degree Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduates 13
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics 13
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Bachelor’s Degree Schools 14
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Schools 17
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (With Aid) 17
Highest Paid Master’s Degree Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduates 18
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics 19
Best Value Graduate Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics 19
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income Over $110k) 19
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Doctor’s Degree Schools 19
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 19
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (With Aid) 20
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (With Aid) 21
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k) 21
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k) 21
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k) 21
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k) 21
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (With Aid) 22
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income Over $110k) 23
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduate Degree Schools 23
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduate Degree Colleges for Veterans 23
Highest Paid Bachelor’s Degree Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduates 24
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k) 24
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k) 24
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k) 24
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Master’s Degree Schools 24
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k) 24
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Master’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 24
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k) 25
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k) 26
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k) 26
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 26
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $30-$48k) 27
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $48-$75k) 27
Highest Paid Astronomy & Astrophysics Graduates 27
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k) 27
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $75-$110k) 28
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income $0-$30k) 29
Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Colleges for Veterans 31
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income Over $110k) 31
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics 31
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics 36
Best Value Colleges for Astronomy & Astrophysics (Income Over $110k) 36

Popularity of Astronomy at UC Santa Cruz

During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of California - Santa Cruz handed out 65 bachelor's degrees in astronomy & astrophysics. This is an increase of 132% over the previous year when 28 degrees were handed out.

In 2021, 5 students received their master’s degree in astronomy from UC Santa Cruz. This makes it the #12 most popular school for astronomy master’s degree candidates in the country.

In addition, 6 students received their doctoral degrees in astronomy in 2021, making the school the #6 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.

How Much Student Debt Do Astronomy Graduates from UC Santa Cruz Have?

$20,500 Bachelor's Median Debt

Student Debt of Astronomy Graduates with a Bachelor's Degree

While getting their bachelor's degree at UC Santa Cruz, 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 UC Santa Cruz

Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the astronomy majors at University of California - Santa Cruz.

UC Santa Cruz Astronomy & Astrophysics Bachelor’s Program

For the most recent academic year available, 63% of astronomy bachelor's degrees went to men and 37% went to women.

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

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Ethnic Background Number of Students
Asian 10
Black or African American 1
Hispanic or Latino 18
White 27
Non-Resident Aliens 3
Other Races 6

UC Santa Cruz Astronomy & Astrophysics Master’s Program

Of the 5 astronomy students who graduated with a master's degree in 2020-2021 from UC Santa Cruz, about 60% were men and 40% were women.

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

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

Majors Similar to Astronomy

Related Major Annual Graduates
Physics 95
Chemistry 93
Geological & Earth Sciences 65
General Physical Sciences 14

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