UMD astronomy students

Education

Graduate and Undergraduate Programs

Our department offers four degree programs: a major and minor in astronomy, a minor in planetary science, and a Ph.D. in astronomy. Our graduates go on to prestigious careers in astronomy, other STEM fields, data science, industry, and government. Both our undergraduate and graduate curricula are regularly revised and updated to keep pace with the rapid advancements in research and ever-evolving demands of the job market.