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Astronomy PhD

Caltech·Pasadena, CA·5-6 years
$38k avg stipend7% acceptance rate99% funded

About the Program

Caltech Astronomy is a world leader in observational and theoretical astrophysics.

Research Areas

Observational AstronomyTheoretical AstrophysicsCosmologyExoplanetsGravitational Waves

Program Length

5-6 years

Total Enrollment

60 students

Faculty Count

30 faculty

Setting

Suburban

Outcomes

Industry Placement45%
Academia Placement55%
Student Satisfaction4.6/5.0
Quick Stats
Acceptance Rate7.0%
Avg GPA3.90
Avg GRE Quant170
Avg Stipend$38,000/yr
Duration5-6 years
Faculty30