Astronomy at Boston University in Boston, MA
Physical Sciences Master's
CIP 40.0201
Total Graduates
4
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
75%
3 of 4
Female Graduates
25%
1 of 4
Annual Tuition
$63,798
In-state rate
Available Degrees for Astronomy
Program Popularity
#19
of 29 colleges nationally
34.5%
Produces more graduates than 34.5% of colleges offering this program
164
Total national graduates (Master's)
Program Overview
Program Details
Program Name Astronomy.
Degree Level Master's
CIP Code 40.0201
Program Family Physical Sciences
Recent Outcomes
Total Completions 4 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 75% male, 25% female
Salary & Earnings
Typical earnings for occupations related to this program
Natural sciences managers
Primary Occupation$161,180
Median Annual Salary
100,870 employed nationally +3.7% projected growth
Related Occupations
Atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary +2.6%
$101,390 Astronomers +2.2%
$132,170 Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).
Institution
School Name Boston University
Location Boston, MA
Cost Information
In-State Tuition $63,798
Out-of-State Tuition $63,798
Average Net Price $27,551
Program Information
CIP Code: 40.0201
CIP Family: 40
IPEDS ID:
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