by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in astronomy & astrophysics at Cornell University. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #2 out of 5 schools (Doctoral level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Cornell University highly for astronomy & astrophysics, ranked #5 out of 33 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Schools | 5 of 33 |
| Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Schools in New York | 1 of 2 |
| Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 2 of 6 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in astronomy & astrophysics at Cornell University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 10 |
| Master’s | 4 |
| Doctoral | 10 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Cornell University conferred 4 master’s degrees in astronomy & astrophysics.
Cornell University is not currently ranked for astronomy & astrophysics at the master’s level.
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $81,306 | $81,306 |
| Fees | $660 | $660 |
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Among recent graduates, 25% of astronomy & astrophysics master’s degrees went to men and 75% went to women.
The largest share of astronomy & astrophysics master’s degree graduates at Cornell University are White. Approximately 75% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cornell University with a master’s in astronomy & astrophysics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Cornell University conferred 4 master’s completions in astronomy in the latest year of data — 75% to women and 25% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (75%).
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Cornell University handed out 10 doctoral degrees in astronomy & astrophysics.
Cornell University is a solid choice among schools offering astronomy & astrophysics at the doctoral level. Specifically, it ranked #2 out of 5 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Doctor’s Degree Schools | 2 |
For the most recent academic year available, 90% of astronomy & astrophysics doctoral degrees went to men and 10% went to women.
The largest share of astronomy & astrophysics doctoral degree graduates at Cornell University are Non-Resident Alien. Approximately 60% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cornell University with a doctoral in astronomy & astrophysics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Cornell University granted 10 doctoral degrees in astronomy recently — 10% to women and 90% to men. The most common background among these graduates was Non-Resident Alien (60%).
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at Cornell University. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Astronomy & Astrophysics | 10 |