Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Apply before Jan 2027
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 80
Credits
71 SCH
- 71 hours beyond the baccalaureate degree
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Atlanta, United States
Disciplines
Astronomy & Space Sciences
Overview
Your Ph.D. is a confirmation that you can conduct scientific research independently. In addition to the academics of astronomy, you will become a skilled computer programmer with opportunities to manage big data, you will travel to observatories and/or research laboratories appropriate for your science, you will write proposals and publish papers in scientific journals as lead author and you will present research results at national and/or international conferences. You will be prepared to make an impact on the scientific world.
Careers
Georgia State University Astronomy alumni work at NASA, on the faculty of research and teaching universities, and as postdoctoral researchers.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Astrophysics of Stars and Planets
- Galactic and Extragalactic Astrophysics
- Quantum Mechanics
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Astronomical Techniques and Instrumentation
- Astronomical Data Analytics
- Stellar Atmospheres and Spectroscopy
- Stellar Structure and Evolution
- The Interstellar Medium
- Extragalactic Astronomy
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- In most cases, the students who perform best in the program have demonstrated a strong record of academic coursework at the undergraduate (or master’s) degree level, have at least some research experience and letters of recommendation that confirm the student’s potential for success in astronomy research.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International – Non-residents: 45,960 AUD / year (approx. 32,332 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 45,099 AUD / year (approx. 31,726 USD / year)
- Domestic – In-State: 13,917 AUD / year (approx. 9,790 USD / year)
Living costs
Atlanta, United States
1,724-3,139 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
