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PhD Astronomy

5 Years On Campus Phd Program

Case Western Reserve University

Program Overview

The PhD degree in astronomy is granted to those students who have shown an extensive knowledge of advanced astronomy and the ability to do original research. The student is required to pass a general qualifying examination in astronomy, usually taken at the end of the second year. The student must then prepare a dissertation based on the results of independent research. A PhD candidate must also satisfy the general requirements of the School of Graduate Studies.

Program Key Stats

$54810 (Annual cost)



36 %

Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Statement of Objective, Academic Transcripts, Three Letters of Recommendation, Test Scores: GRE, GMAT, IELTS 7.0, TOEFL a minimum score of 577 if paper-based, or 90 if Internet-based.

Career Options

  • Recent Astronomy graduates enter graduate study in astronomy
  • astrophysics
  • or physics
  • Others choose to begin careers in the industry or at observatories

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