Bachelor of Science in
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University’s Bachelor of Science in Astronomy and Astrophysics combines classroom instruction in physics and astronomy with hands-on lab experience, preparing students with a strong foundation in math and science for a wide range of scientific careers.
The B.S. in Astronomy and Astrophysics provides students with a strong foundation in astronomy and physics, opening doors to various careers in space science. This program combines theoretical coursework with hands-on laboratory experiences, allowing students to explore and analyze the universe.
Throughout the program, students develop critical skills such as applying astronomical models to real-world systems, effectively communicating research findings, operating telescopes and detectors for data collection and creating and testing physical models of astronomical systems.
Industry Partnerships & Accreditation
- The Department of Physical Sciences, part of the College of Arts & Sciences, offers the opportunity to engage with the Southeastern Association for Research in Astronomy (SARA). This collaboration provides students with nearly constant access to telescopes that can observe about 90% of the night sky.
Notable Employers of Alumni
- The Department of Energy
- Northrop Grumman
- Omitron, Inc.
- U.S. Navy
120 credits
Transfer Credit
- Varies by campus, program and more.
- Admissions will work one-on-one with you to maximize your transfer credit. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.
Estimated Costs
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- Scholarships and financial aid are available. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.
Campuses Offering Degree
- Daytona Beach, FL
- Physics and Astronomy Lab: Supports a variety of classes taught by the Department of Physical Sciences and provides space for the design and development of instrumentation for the telescopes. These include CCD cameras that allow students to carry out digital astronomical imaging and image processing.
- Observatory Control Room: Houses the computer equipment that controls the 1-meter telescope and its instruments. There are also large displays on the wall for viewing current images from the telescope, weather conditions and cloud cover.
- Observatory Workshop: Here, the faculty and staff can work on and maintain telescopes, cameras and other support instrumentation and hardware.
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