The Department of Astronomy at UT Austin is one of the top 10 astronomy research programs in the United States. Our faculty members are among the worldwide leaders in cosmology, galaxies, stars, the interstellar medium, planets, the solar system, and instrumentation.

With twenty-four active teaching faculty, twelve research scientists, a number of research associates and postdoctoral fellows, 34 graduate and 91 undergraduate students, the department fosters a stimulating and friendly atmosphere that promotes intellectual development and diversity.

The undergraduate students have the rare opportunity to take classes and conduct research with some of the world's top astronomers.