Master of Science [M.S] - Master [2 Years]
$30,926 /Yr On-campus full_time

Master of Science [M.S] Astronomy

  • The Department of Astronomy in University of Virginia offers a broad program emphasizing theoretical and observational astrophysics, instrumentation, and radio astronomy.
  • Special seminars, often involving outside astronomers, are organized to discuss specific topics of current interest.
  • Courses in physics and mathematics are also encouraged to complement a student’s studies.
  • Most students take three lecture courses per semester during the first two years.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2
Tuition Fees $30926 $30926
Total Fees $30926 $30926

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 90 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 7 9 3
PTE Pearson Test of English 54 90 3

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in physics from a recognized university.

Indian Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
  • Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.