- The Department of Astronomy in University of Virginia offers a broad program emphasizing theoretical and observational astrophysics, instrumentation, and radio astronomy.
- Special seminars, often involving outside astronomers, are organized to discuss specific topics of current interest.
- Courses in physics and mathematics are also encouraged to complement a student’s studies.
- Most students take three lecture courses per semester during the first two years.
University Of Virginia - [Uva], Virginia, Charlottesville - Courses & Fees
Charlottesville, Virginia
University Public CollegeMaster of Science [M.S] (Astronomy)
2 years
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
#Ranked 76 out of 500 by ARWU Global Ranking 2022
$38,578/Yr
$38,578 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
| Application Deadline For Fall Intake | Oct 1, 2023 | Jan 15, 2024 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $33452 | $33452 |
| Health Insurance | $3308 | $3308 |
| Books and supply | $1818 | $1818 |
| Total Fees | $38578 | $38578 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Living Expenses | $18176 |
| Transportation | $4000 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in physics from a recognized university.
Indian Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
GRE score is not required for taking admission in this session.
Required Document List
Following are the required Documents:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE, etc.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | $1000 | Yes | N/A |
| Aga khan Foundation Scholarships | Variable | Yes | Mar 17, 2023 |
| Chuan Ai Lu Engstrom Memorial Scholarship | $1000 | No | N/A |
| KC Mahindra Scholarship | $5542 | Yes | Mar 31, 2023 |
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