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USA, Michigan
Type: University
Location Type: Rural
Founded: 1892
Total Students: 15,465 +
Main Campus Address
1200 S Franklin St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48859, United States
Turn your love of stargazing into a challenging career. Explore the beauty and mysteries of the universe. Pursue a major in physics: astronomy & astrophysics and combine coursework with hands-on experience in the exciting field of astronomy & astrophysics. You'll acquire skills that can help you land careers in physics, mathematics, engineering, computer science and more.
Why This Program & What You'll Learn
As a physics: astronomy & astrophysics student you'll study thermal physics, quantum theory, astrophysics, observational astronomy, mathematical physics and more. And with a coveted student to faculty ratio of 3:1, you'll do so with individual and personalized attention. Plus, you'll demonstrate your extensive knowledge by completing a culminating project under the guidance of a faculty advisor. In short, you'll be prepared for many astronomy, astrophysics, and physics-related careers as well as competitive graduate programs.
You'll also gain hands-on research experience with access to our Brooks ?Astronomical Observatory and other state-of-the-art resources, including:
Share your love of science with fellow STEM students by living in our Science & Engineering Residential College. Form relationships with STEM faculty, professionals and alumni. And access personalized tutoring, academic advising and career-related programs — right where you live.
Gain significant physics experience for your future career or graduate program. Many students present their research at national venues. More than 50 percent of our students participate in summer research programs — and a significant portion of those continue as research assistants during the year. As a result of opportunities like these, nearly 100 percent of graduating students secure jobs or gain admittance into graduate programs.
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
21 Days
Full-Time
48 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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jan 2024 | Closed | |
jan 2025 | Closed | |
aug 2024 | Closed | |
sep 2025 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.
It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.
A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 20,396
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
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