Overview

Astronomy at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute requires 30 credits of graduate work beyond the bachelor’s degree, including a minimum of 21 credits in course work. At least 15 credits must be at the 6000 level or above. The cumulative GPA for all courses applied towards a master’s degree must be 3.0 or higher.

Key Facts

demonstrate mastery of modern topics in astronomy or astrophysics through coursework.
demonstrate knowledge and research skills in astronomy or astrophysics through completion of a project or thesis.
clearly communicate their ideas and results to general and specialized audiences, both orally and in writing.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

courses covering a relevant selection of core fields of Physics, including Quantum Mechanics, Electrodynamics, or Statistical Physics.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00
Starting 2028-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Troy, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Graduate Application

Nonrefundable application processing fee of $75

Personal Statement

Resume or curriculum vitae

Two letters of recommendation

Portfolio, if required by department

IT Background Evaluation form

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Tuition Fees

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66300 USD / year

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66300 USD / year

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66300 USD / year

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Additional Details

Required Major Medical Health Insurance: USD 2,160 per year.

Living costs

Troy

United States

958 - 2088 USD / month

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