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. In addition, we cover how Valpo ranks in comparison to other schools with astronomy programs.
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The bachelor's program at Valpo was ranked #45 on College Factual's Best Schools for astronomy list. It is also ranked #2 in Indiana.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Valparaiso University handed out 5 bachelor's degrees in astronomy & astrophysics.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the astronomy majors at Valparaiso University.
Of the 5 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in astronomy from Valpo in 2021, 80% were men and 20% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Valpo are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 100% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Valparaiso University with a bachelor's in astronomy.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 20 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 18 |
| Physics | 3 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
