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. Also, learn how KU ranks among other schools offering degrees in astronomy.
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The bachelor's program at KU was ranked #47 on College Factual's Best Schools for astronomy list. It is also ranked #1 in Kansas.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Kansas handed out 9 bachelor's degrees in astronomy & astrophysics. This is an increase of 800% over the previous year when 1 degrees were handed out.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the astronomy majors at University of Kansas.
Of the 9 astronomy students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2020-2021 from KU, about 56% were men and 44% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at KU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 89% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Kansas with a bachelor's in astronomy.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 35 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 27 |
| Physics | 25 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 10 |
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