The Astronomy and Astrophysics degree program focuses on observational and theoretical research conducted by award-winning faculty and researchers with expertise ranging from our solar system to the entire universe. Our students discover new planets, explore cosmology, design and build space-flight hardware and engineer new instruments in innovative facilities.

The MS program provides fundamental graduate training in astrophysics and astronomy. It prepares candidates for further graduate study or for careers in related fields such as scientific staff positions at government laboratories, teaching at the community college level and technical positions in industry.