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Master of Science in Astronomy University of Nevada Las Vegas University of Nevada Las Vegas, USA

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USD 28895

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USD 95

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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67%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The purpose of the Astronomy M.S. and Ph.D. degrees are to prepare students for a career in Astronomy or Astrophysics Research or in education at the university level. The program achieves this with a custom program for each student set up by their advisor and their advising committee. At the M.S. level we have two options. A coursework M.S., wherein students take classes at the graduate level in Astronomy and pass an exam. We also offer a thesis option where students will learn to formulate, conduct and report on research. In the case of the Ph.D. the research must be original research conducted independently by the student.

Available Options

  • Thesis Track
  • Non-Thesis Track

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand astrophysics at the graduate level.
  • Understand either classical mechanics or quantum theory or electromagnetic theory at the graduate level.
  • Understand mathematical physics at the graduate level.
  • Understand observational astronomy techniques.
  • Understand astrophysics of gaseous nebulae and active galactic nuclei, and high energy astrophysics.
  • Understand cosmology at the graduate level.
  • Understand stellar atmospheres and the interstellar medium.
  • Perform a graduate research project at the doctoral level.
  • Communicate scientific research to a scientific audience.
  • Possess strong background of knowledge and expertise in physics and astronomy.
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Hybrid

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Jan 2026, Aug 2026

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in Physics, Astronomy, or other related area.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    65 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    67% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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