The Bachelor of Science in Astronomy & Astrophysics program prepares students for graduate school, or a career in astronomy/astrophysics or a related field.
Requirements
Students in the Bachelor of Science in Astronomy major program are required to complete the following courses:
ASTR1050 - Survey of Astronomy Credits: 4
ASTR2310 - General Astronomy I Credits: 4
ASTR2320 - General Astronomy II Credits: 4
ASTR4610 - Introduction to Astrophysics Credits: 3
PHYS1210 - Engineering Physics I Credits: 4
OR
PHYS1310 - College Physics I Credits: 4
PHYS1220 - Engineering Physics II Credits: 4
OR
PHYS1320 - College Physics II Credits: 4
PHYS2310 - Physics III: Waves and Optics Credits: 4
PHYS2320 - Physics IV: Modern Physics Credits: 3
PHYS3000 - Methods of Physics Credits: 4
PHYS3640 - Modern Electronics and Experimental Techniques Credits: 4
PHYS3650 - Advanced Lab in Modern Physics and Electronics Credits: 4
PHYS4210 - Classical Mechanics I Credits: 3
PHYS4310 - Quantum Mechanics Credits: 3
PHYS4410 - Electricity and Magnetism I Credits: 3
PHYS4420 - Electricity and Magnetism II Credits: 3
PHYS4510 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics Credits: 3
PHYS4840 - Mathematical and Computational Physics II Credits: 4
MATH2200 - Calculus I Credits: 4
MATH2205 - Calculus II Credits: 4
MATH2210 - Calculus III Credits: 4
MATH2250 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 3
MATH2310 - Applied Differential Equations I Credits: 3
May 2025
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave,
LARAMIE,
Wyoming,
82071, West, United States
September 2025
College of Engineering and Physical Sciences
EERB 401, Dept. 3295, 1000 E. University Ave.,
LARAMIE,
Wyoming,
82071, United States
A cumulative, unweighted high school GPA of 3.00-4.00 (on a 4.0 scale) for assured admission.
A cumulative, unweighted high school GPA of 2.50-2.99 (on a 4.0 scale) is admitted with support.
Provide Official Proof of English Proficiency
Minimum score 71 for iBT/ 6.0 IELTS / 169 Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency / 100 Duolingo are the most popular exam options and results required.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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