by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in astronomy & astrophysics at Princeton University. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 1 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Princeton University as a strong choice for astronomy & astrophysics, placing at #8 out of 33 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Schools | 8 of 33 |
| Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Schools in New Jersey | 1 of 2 |
| Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 3 of 6 |
Here is each degree level granted in astronomy & astrophysics at Princeton University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 10 |
| Master’s | 14 |
| Doctoral | 10 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Princeton University awarded 14 master’s degrees in astronomy & astrophysics.
Princeton University is among the very best schools in the country for astronomy & astrophysics at the master’s level. Its best result was #1 out of 1 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Master’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 1 |
| Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Master’s Degree Schools | 2 |
For the most recent academic year available, 86% of astronomy & astrophysics master’s degrees went to men and 14% went to women.
The largest share of astronomy & astrophysics master’s degree graduates at Princeton University are Non-Resident Alien. About 43% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Princeton University with a master’s in astronomy & astrophysics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Princeton University awarded 14 master’s completions in astrophysics in the latest year of data — 14% to women and 86% to men. The largest share of these graduates were Non-Resident Alien (43%).
In the most recent year for which we have data, Princeton University awarded 10 doctoral degrees in astronomy & astrophysics.
Princeton University ranks competitively among schools offering astronomy & astrophysics at the doctoral level. Specifically, it ranked #3 out of 5 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Doctor’s Degree Schools | 3 |
For the most recent academic year available, 80% of astronomy & astrophysics doctoral degrees went to men and 20% went to women.
The largest share of astronomy & astrophysics doctoral degree graduates at Princeton University are White. Roughly 60% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Princeton University with a doctoral in astronomy & astrophysics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Princeton University conferred 10 doctoral degrees in astrophysics recently — 20% to women and 80% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (60%).
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at Princeton University. Annual undergraduate completions by level are shown below.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Astronomy & Astrophysics | 10 |