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PhD Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences

4 Years On Campus Phd Program

University of Colorado Boulder

Program Overview

The Department of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences is one of the few programs that combines both astrophysics and planetary science, providing a unified view of space sciences; the solar system and comparative planetology; stellar and galactic astronomy; and cosmology. Students are given hands on experience with telescopes, optics, instrumentation and computer image processing and modeling.

Program Key Stats




80.7 %

Eligibility Criteria


75
157
161
615
6.5
75

Additional Information & Requirements

Personal Statement, Unofficial Transcripts, Letters of Recommendation

Career Options

  • Aerospace Engineer
  • Astronomer
  • Astrophysicist
  • Research Assistant

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