by our College Data Analytics TeamWe'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 UF ranks among other schools offering degrees in astronomy.
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The bachelor's program at UF was ranked #27 on College Factual's Best Schools for astronomy list. It is also ranked #1 in Florida.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Florida handed out 28 bachelor's degrees in astronomy & astrophysics. This is an increase of 33% over the previous year when 21 degrees were handed out.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the astronomy majors at University of Florida.
For the most recent academic year available, 50% of astronomy bachelor's degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 54% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Florida with a bachelor's in astronomy.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 177 |
| Physics | 58 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 32 |
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