Astronomy & Space SciencesNorth America

92 Master's degrees in Astronomy & Space Sciences in North America

Arizona State University4,3(230)

Tempe, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Astrophysics and Astronomy

The Astrophysics and Astronomy MSc program offered at Arizona State University prepares you for discovering new planets, exploring cosmology, and building space-flight hardware and instruments for telescopes and satellites.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,348/yr

University of Houston4,3(23)

Houston, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Space Architecture

The Space Architecture program at University of Houston represents an interdisciplinary field that involves the planning and design of facilities in extreme environments on earth and in space, including ocean facilities, polar research stations, human disaster accommodations and orbiting space stations.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$32,910/yr

McMaster University4,4(66)

Hamilton, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Physics and Astronomy

At Physics and Astronomy Department from McMaster University, we know the importance of graduate students to the strength and diversity of a research environment. It isn’t an exaggeration to say that our graduate students do much of the work that moves our research areas forward. We work very hard to offer a welcoming environment for present and future students.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$20,192/yr

Wesleyan University3,4(5)

Middletown, United States

Astronomy

The Astronomy program of Wesleyan University offers one of the country’s only stand-alone Master of Arts programs in astronomy. Designed for flexibility and merging coursework with research, the MA prepares graduates for PhD programs, careers in data science, education, public outreach, and more.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$36,990/yr

Florida Institute of Technology4,2(47)

Melbourne, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Space Sciences

Space Sciences at Florida Institute of Technology have set the standard since 1958, successfully preparing students for high-tech careers at top space agencies, research firms and government organizations.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$40,500/yr

University of Utah4,6(14)

Salt Lake City, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Physics and Astronomy

We offer several types of master's degrees as well: the Physics, MA/MS/MPhil/PhD, and the Physics and Astronomy Teaching MS. We admit students into our program as master's degree candidates only for the first two M.S. degrees. The role of the Master's in Physics at the University of Utah is to provide either a milestone or an alternative to the Ph.D. for predoctoral students.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$19,708/yr

Rice University4,4(19)

Houston, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Physics and Astronomy

The Physics and Astronomy department at Rice University admits graduate students into the doctoral program. It is not the intent to admit students who only wish to pursue a masters degree.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$62,474/yr

Rice University4,4(19)

Houston, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences

The Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences Program at Rice University is intended for students pursuing employment in industry after graduation and comprises coursework in the core science, business practice, communication skills, policy and ethics.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$62,474/yr

University of Hawaii at Manoa4,1(21)

Honolulu, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Earth and Planetary Sciences

The Masters of Science in Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa enable students to gain advanced knowledge, develop professional skills, and learn cutting-edge methdologies through specialized course work and by conducting research.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$44,864/yr

University of Louisville

Louisville, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Applied Geography

The Applied Geography MS at the University of Louisville is a 30-credit hour postgraduate programme designed for professional and research excellence. Available for full-time or part-time study, this degree focuses on spatial data analysis and critical reasoning to solve complex, real-world geographic challenges.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$31,108/yr

Syracuse University3,9(14)

Syracuse, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

The M.S. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Syracuse University provides a pathway for students to further develop skills to advance their careers in industry or pursue a doctoral degree. Students will find a collaborative and collegiate community of faculty, staff, and students.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$36,270/yr

University of Arkansas4,0(5)

Fayetteville, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Space and Planetary Sciences

The Space and Planetary Sciences program from University of Arkansas provides advanced course work and research experience for persons seeking a career in the academic, government, private, or military sectors of space and planetary sciences or associated technologies.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,006/yr

Dartmouth College4,5(6)

Hanover, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Physics and Astronomy

Physics and Astronomy from Dartmouth College is dedicated to providing graduate students with both a broad background and in-depth training in their field of study.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$92,276/yr

Colorado School of Mines4,0(2)

Online Top 3% in Worldwide

Space Resources

Want to learn how to identify, extract, and utilize resources beyond our planet? Join the Space Resources program of Colorado School of Mines. With the world’s first Space Resources graduate program, Mines prepares scientists, engineers, economists, entrepreneurs and policymakers to set the stage for a new era in space exploration and economic development.

M.Sc. Part-time Online

1 year$42,840/yr

University of Wisconsin Madison4,1(8)

Madison, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Astronomy

The Department of Astronomy at University of Wisconsin Madison offers the doctor of philosophy in astronomy. Although a master's degree is offered, students are not admitted for a terminal master's degree. The Astronomy program provides each student with a broad knowledge of modern observational and theoretical astrophysics, while emphasizing the development of independent research skills.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$25,732/yr

Kennedy University of Leadership

Online

Master of Business Administration (Space Leadership)

Advance you career with the Master of Business Administration (Space Leadership) course from Kennedy University of Leadership.

M.B.A. Part-time Online

1 year$12,000/yr

Bowling Green State University4,2(18)

Bowling Green, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Physics and Astronomy

Many students enroll in the M.S. program in Physics and Astronomy at the Bowling Green State University in order to test their ability to do doctoral work in the field. In this respect, the course work and research experiences that are offered at Bowling Green provide an excellent opportunity to do this.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$10,643/yr

Hampton University4,2(24)

Hampton, United States

Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences

The principal objective of the Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences program of Hampton University is to prepare students for successful careers and leadership roles in private and government research laboratories, and in academia.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$21,630/yr

University of California, Davis4,4(12)

Davis, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Earth and Planetary Sciences

Earth and Planetary Sciences at University of California, Davis prepares students to be valued team members in their chosen careers and in their communities. The department has five research groups spanning a variety of fields in earth science.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,697/yr

University of Toronto4,1(296)

Toronto, Canada Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Astronomy and Astrophysics

The Astronomy and Astrophysics program at the University of Toronto is offered by the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$23,402/yr