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Astronomers study the universe and the objects that make it up including planets, stars, galaxies, asteroids, black holes, etc. They use multiple types of instruments including earth and space based telescopes as well as other tools to make observations and collect data.

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Avg Pay: $63K
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  • Doctor of Philosophy (PH.D.) in Astronomy and Astrophysics
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    Avg. Duration:60 monthsAvg. Fees:$33,600Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PH.D.) in Astronomy
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    Avg. Duration:30 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,959Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Physics
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$34,255Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PH.D.) in Physics
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    Avg. Duration:34 monthsAvg. Fees:$38,413Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master of Science (m.sc.) in Physics
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    Avg. Duration:15 monthsAvg. Fees:$27,568Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Astronomy
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$36,346Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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Annual Pay Estimate for Astronomer and Other Important Info

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18.5 years
$63K
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5.38 years
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3
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