Astronomy at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA
Physical Sciences Master's
CIP 40.0201
Total Graduates
5
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
60%
3 of 5
Female Graduates
40%
2 of 5
Annual Tuition
$16,591
In-state rate
Available Degrees for Astronomy
Program Popularity
#17
of 29 colleges nationally
41.4%
Produces more graduates than 41.4% 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 5 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 60% male, 40% 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 University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Location Amherst, MA
Cost Information
In-State Tuition $16,591
Out-of-State Tuition $38,527
Average Net Price $22,954
Program Information
CIP Code: 40.0201
CIP Family: 40
IPEDS ID:
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